German Meatloaf - Hackbraten - Fox Valley Foodie

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German Meatloaf - Hackbraten

Authentically known as hackbraten, German meatloaf is easy to make and sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 10

Total Time1 20

Course: Entree

Cuisine: German

Servings:

Calories: 577kcal

1 pound ground beef (80/20 beef recommended)
1 pound ground pork
1 cup breadcrumbs
½ cup diced onion
1 cup beef broth
2 eggs (beaten)
2 tablespoons chopped pickles (bread and butter pickles or dill pickles can be used)
1 tablespoon pickle brine
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon brown mustard
1 ½ teaspoons table salt
1 teaspoon paprika
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 bacon slices (halved)

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
In a large bowl combine all of the meatloaf ingredients, except the bacon slices.
Set the meat mixture on a rimmed sheet pan lined with parchment paper and form into a loaf shape. Lay the strips of bacon evenly across the top.
Place the meatloaf in the oven on the middle rack for approximately one hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 150 degrees, then set the broiler to high heat and broil with the oven door shut for 5-10 minutes, or until the bacon is brown and crispy. The internal temperature should have increased to 160 degrees while broiling, if not, shut off the broiler and bake a few minutes longer.
Remove from the oven and let rest for approximately five minutes, then slice and serve.

Hackbraten can be enjoyed on its own, but it is particularly delicious to serve with a side of brown gravy.

You need to keep a close eye on the bacon while it is broiling because it can burn quickly.