Smoked Meatloaf

[MileHighSmokerGirl]

My Grandma and Mom's meatloaf recipe converted to a smoked meatloaf recipe.

I was missing a few things so I improvised tonight.

6 lbs of hamburger
6 eggs (only had 4)
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups green peppers
6 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1.5 cup crushed saltine crackers
2 cans tomato sauce
2 cans tomato soup (was short on 4 cans of tomato sauce)

3 lbs each tray

Glaze
6 tsp brown sugar
1 cup Arrington Vineyards Blackberry Wine
1.5 cup ketchup
1/3 cup Rib Rack BBQ Sauce

(This is my own custom glaze recipe). I will put this on with about 15 minutes left in the smoke.

 

[MileHighSmokerGirl]

Well I think used a bit too much tomato sauce and using a 13" x 9" pan didn't work like I thought it would. It was a little runny when I pulled it from the smoker and it fell apart when I cut it and tried to get it out with a spatula.

I cut it up anyhow and put it in the fridge. I may put it on a baking tray later and try to dry some of it out in the oven or it might make some good addition for chili later. Not a total loss.

I'll have to make another batch next Friday night though. This time I'll use my bread loaf trays instead. Drats.

 

[sandyut]

Sorry it didnt turn out as planned, it happens.

I usually use a bread pan to form it then smoke on a nonstick grate thing.

 

[MileHighSmokerGirl]

Sorry it didnt turn out as planned, it happens.

I usually use a bread pan to form it then smoke on a nonstick grate thing.

Do you have a pic of your grate?

 

[sandyut]

I bought these as part of my Rec Teq package forever ago. I have seen similar on Amazon, I just dont want to recommend one I haven't used. They also work great for fish and shrimp.

 

[pineywoods]

As long as it tastes good looks aren't that important. I don't use tomato sauce just a little water. I use the disposable aluminum 5 lb loaf pans and poke holes in the bottom for drainage and after it's been in the smoker awhile I cut all 4 corners and fold down the sides to let it drain and have more area for smoke. Something like https://www.amazon.com/Plasticpro-P...1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

 

[nchapelheel]

Smoked meatloaf is wonderful. All the kids magically show up when they hear I am smoking
meatloaf for dinner. I usually make 3 loaves in the smoker. My 11 y.o. Granddaughter will
ask for it for her birthday.
I use almost the same recipe, but I don't add soup. I do form it in the pans and then dump
it out onto the grate so that I get more smoke flavor.

 

[Parshooter]

I love some smoked meatloaf. Trick is to get it cold so it holds it's shape better. I usually make my loaf the night before and put it in the fridge overnight. Take it out of the pan and onto the rack. I use these racks: https://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Stainless-Baking-Cooling-inches/dp/B017MWU59Y/ref=sr_1_28?crid=23UY7J9MZOX21&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TSX0iCqNKWpdOXmVpsHgaZ1YO6dgX7QbN57fMpSvxsN96tVLG6yy_ibv8a71TADrKLUHuYV17nCigsllmpzDZ36baGu_nchuzXxoD8icKT9GkpIJ6Obku3BQJ6oQN7vSjuaQHwjIMvnSeaQQ1Is_ZNlitUEUSruYN9BwX6v53orsZ88EwQf8-YQyS7VhgcTwK_XPKKjiJ_N1HAvpTpKMUFq2ubDY8yPoc5a1pbVryzNYi3oumT9__vlNHDEa9KxHXilZJBqpNVDid-Y4eodOnAdyEEZzIRfwK5nt6icXWqM.xDMS1WWZVYqWWfFy9scA3SEwOcBiR-mIX3ueUK7NYcI&dib_tag=se&keywords=cooling+racks+for+cooking+and+baking&qid=1761755731&sprefix=cooling+racjs,aps,225&sr=8-28&th=1.

Going to smoke one Saturday.

The racks are great for smaller foods also, burnt ends pieces, chicken wings, salmon...

 

[kilo charlie]

I smoked this Parmesan Garlic Chicken Meatloaf on a sheet pan to keep it from falling through the grate and allowing the smoke to hit all the sides except the bottom.

 

[sandyut]

I really like a bacon weave wrapped, smoked meatloaf. But I have been "encouraged" to cut back on the bacon by my cardiologist...

 

[Brokenhandle]

I really like a bacon weave wrapped, smoked meatloaf. But I have been "encouraged" to cut back on the bacon by my cardiologist...

Doesn't he know bacon makes everything better!

So they make pull apart bread... you made a pull apart meatloaf lol! Bet it still tasted good!

Ryan

 

[kilo charlie]

I really like a bacon weave wrapped, smoked meatloaf. But I have been "encouraged" to cut back on the bacon by my cardiologist...

Gives me the idea for a chicken bacon ranch meatloaf

 

[Fueling Around]

Mix the meat loaf a lot. Get the protein extraction level of making sausage. I know most of the instructions tell you not to over mix, but you have to get the sausage level extraction especially when lowering the binders (egg, bread crumb) and over watering.
In an ideal world of binders you still need to mix until a good sticky batter or it will fall apart in cooking.

 

[miller51]

Well I think used a bit too much tomato sauce and using a 13" x 9" pan didn't work like I thought it would. It was a little runny when I pulled it from the smoker and it fell apart when I cut it and tried to get it out with a spatula.

I cut it up anyhow and put it in the fridge. I may put it on a baking tray later and try to dry some of it out in the oven or it might make some good addition for chili later. Not a total loss.

I'll have to make another batch next Friday night though. This time I'll use my bread loaf trays instead. Drats.

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We all have them, I made one a few weeks ago and it was kinda off too, did the same thing, made it into chili!

I always use a foil pan so I get more "crust", would like to use a wire rack but its usually too soft and usually too much grease but to me it works great

 

[Parshooter]

... would like to use a wire rack but its usually too soft
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This is why you should get it super cold first. I do overnight in the fridge or you can do a few hours in the freezer. It will hold it's shape.

 

[JR98]

I always use a foil pan so I get more "crust", would like to use a wire rack but its usually too soft and usually too much grease but to me it works great

I don't remember where I got it, but I stumbled upon a rectangular ceramic/stoneware 'grill pan' that works great.

Something like this, but 8x12. Perfect for the typical 2# of meat meatloaf recipe. Lots of smoke coverage and good fat drainage.

 

[912smoker]

This is why you should get it super cold first. I do overnight in the fridge or you can do a few hours in the freezer. It will hold it's shape.

Agree. I place mine in a loaf pan lined with seran wrap and in the freezer for at least 2 hrs . Easily flips out and onto a mesh racks. Always holds it shape during the smoke.

Keith

 

[cptnding]

Agree. I place mine in a loaf pan lined with seran wrap and in the freezer for at least 2 hrs . Easily flips out and onto a mesh racks. Always holds it shape during the smoke.

Keith

I do the same except usually put in fridge overnight. Never fails.