Jill’s Smoky Whiskey Meatloaf

2 Tbsp vegetable oil

1 large onion, diced

1 large stalk of celery, finely diced

1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

2 garlic cloves, minced

¾ cup breadcrumbs

1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 ½ lbs lean ground beef or turkey

½ lb lean ground pork

2 eggs

3 slices of bacon cut in half

Sour Cream

Green Onions

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook until soft.

Add the garlic, salt and pepper. Transfer to a medium bowl.

To the bowl, add the breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, ground meats, half of the BBQ sauce and the eggs. Mix well.

Transfer into the Jill’s Table anniversary loaf pan. Flatten with a spatula.

Spread remaining 1/3 c. BBQ sauce over top. Bake in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Half way through the baking time, place the bacon strips across the meatloaf.

Let meatloaf stand for at least 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.

Serve with sour cream and green onions.