Meatloaf Burger
This diner-inspired sandwich is piled high with thick sliced bacon infused meatloaf slices, seared until golden brown on both sides topped with a caramelized onion infused “special sauce”, fresh sliced tomatoes, crisp romaine lettuce, melted American cheese, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, and crispy onion strings, all on a warm Pretzilla Burger Bun.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. Ketchup
- 2 Tbsp. Creole Mustard
- 2 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup ¼-inch Diced Caramelized Onions
- ¼ cup Ketchup
- 2 Tbsp. Spicy Brown Mustard
- 1 Tbsp. Steak Sauce
- ¼ pound Minced Bacon
- 1 cup Chopped Onion
- 1 each Pretzilla Burger Bun
- 1 Tbsp. Roasted Garlic
- 2 each Whole Eggs
- ¼ cup Minced Parsley
- 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
- ¼ tsp. Ground Black Pepper
- 2 Tbsp. Glaze (from above)
- ¼ cup Whole Milk
- 1½ pounds Ground Beef
- 4 each Pretzilla Burger Buns
- 2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
- 4 slices American Cheese
- 4 leaves Romaine Lettuce Leaves
- 4 slices Beef Steak Tomato, ¼” slice
- 4 slices Cooked Bacon, cut in half
- 4 ounces Fried Onion Strings
Glaze:
Caramelized Onion Special Sauce:
Meatloaf:
Sandwiches:
Preparation
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GLAZE:
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Whisk together ingredients in a small bowl to thoroughly combine and set aside.
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CARAMELIZED ONION SPECIAL SAUCE:
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Whisk together ingredients in a small bowl to thoroughly combine and set aside in the refrigerator.
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MEATLOAF:
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Combine bacon and onion in a non-stick sauté pan over medium heat and cook 4-5 minutes until bacon is rendered and onion is soft and translucent. Remove to a small bowl and set aside.
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Tear one Pretzilla Burger Bun into four pieces and add to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a few seconds at a time to process into coarse crumbs.
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Combine roasted garlic, eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons glaze, milk, and bacon-onion mixture in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
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Add ground beef and lightly knead with your hands until combined.
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Form into a 9 x 5 in. loaf shape and place on a baking pan lined with parchment paper.
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Bake about 45 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F then brush with 2 tablespoons glaze.
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Bake another 5 minutes and brush with remaining glaze.
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Bake 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 155°F. Remove and let cool.
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Reduce oven heat to 350°F.
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SANDWICHES:
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Cut Pretzilla Burger Buns in half horizontally and place cut side up on a baking sheet. Place in oven 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted.
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Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
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Slice meatloaf into ½” slices.
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Sear the sliced meatloaf 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown and heated through (leftover meatloaf from the refrigerator will take 3-4 minutes per side).
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Spread 1 tablespoon special sauce cut sides of each bun.
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Place meatloaf on bottom bun. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato slice, 2 slices bacon, and 2 tablespoons crispy onion strings. Close sandwich and serve.
Chef's Tip
