If you’ve been looking for a reason to fire up the Traeger, this is it. Our Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf takes everything you love about classic comfort food and gives it that irresistible smoky twist. 🥓🔥

Wrapped in double smoked bacon and slow-smoked to perfection, this meatloaf is juicy, flavorful, and packed with a delicious mix of local ground beef, pork sausage, and tangy BBQ sauce. Whether it’s a weekend cookout or a cozy Sunday dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to impress your family and neighbors alike.

And, of course, you can find key ingredients. like Weaver’s Double Smoked Bacon and Williamson Bros. BBQ sauce, right here at Locals’ Market!

 

Why You’ll Love This Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

Next-level flavor: Smoky, savory, and topped with a sweet BBQ glaze.
Made for the Traeger: That wood-fired finish takes it over the top.
Local and hearty: Support your hometown market while serving up something unforgettable.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 lb pork sausage or ground pork

• ½ onion, diced

• ½ green pepper, diced

• 1 cup rolled oats

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 eggs

• ¼ cup Williamson Bros. BBQ sauce

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ⅔ lb Weaver’s Double Smoked Bacon (find at Locals’ Market!)

• 3–4 tbsp Historic BBQ Red seasoning

• 3–4 tbsp Williamson Bros. BBQ sauce, for basting

How to Make It

1. Fire Up the Smoker
Preheat your Traeger to 225°F. Let it smoke for about 5 minutes, then bring it up to temperature.

2. Mix It All Together
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, onion, and green pepper. Mix by hand until evenly combined.

3. Add the Flavor
Stir in eggs, oats, breadcrumbs, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, and seasonings. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated.

4. Shape & Wrap
Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in a slightly oversized pan (to catch extra grease). Lay bacon strips over the top, tucking ends under the loaf. Sprinkle with Historic BBQ Red seasoning.

5. Smoke Low & Slow
Place the pan on the Traeger and smoke for about 2 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 135°F.

6. Glaze & Finish
Carefully transfer the meatloaf to a grill pan or directly onto the grates. Brush generously with BBQ sauce and continue cooking for 30–60 minutes, or until it reaches 165°F internally.

7. Rest & Serve
Remove from the grill, tent with foil, and rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce (and maybe a side of mashed potatoes from Locals’ Market).

Why We Love Local Ingredients

The smoky flavor of local sausage and the rich, double-smoked bacon from Weaver’s of Wellsville make this dish unforgettable. Paired with locally stocked BBQ sauces and seasonings, it’s a true Dillsburg backyard favorite—bold, hearty, and made right here in the community we love.

Try It This Weekend!

Stop by Locals’ Market for everything you need to make this Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf.
Don’t forget to tag @locals_market when you fire up your Traeger, we’d love to see your backyard creations! 🔥🥓