Dinner

Pork and Beef BBQ Meatloaf Recipe

ByCleo Brixton February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

Introduction

This Pork and Beef Meatloaf is a comforting classic with a flavorful twist. Combining ground beef and pork, it’s seasoned to perfection and glazed with tangy BBQ sauce for a deliciously moist and satisfying meal.

The image shows a sliced meatloaf placed on a wooden cutting board. The meatloaf has a brown, slightly shiny crust on the outside, with a textured, moist interior that looks light brown and evenly mixed. Three thick slices are cut from the main loaf, lying flat and slightly fanned out. The background includes a white marbled surface with some green leafy herbs nearby, and part of a white plate with other food items is visible. The overall look is warm and hearty, with the meatloaf as the main focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. salt*
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
½ tsp. black pepper
1 lb. ground beef
1 lb. ground pork or Italian sausage meat
½ cup breadcrumbs
½ cup BBQ sauce, divided

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3: Add ground beef and pork to the bowl. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and mix gently just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer the meat mixture onto the parchment and shape it into a 4×9 inch loaf about 2 inches high. Spread ¼ cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the top, sides, and ends of the loaf.
Step 5: Bake until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, about 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and spread the remaining ¼ cup of BBQ sauce over the loaf.
Step 6: Return the loaf to the oven, increase the temperature to 450°F, and bake until the internal temperature reaches 155°F, about 8 to 10 minutes more.
Step 7: Remove from oven and let the meatloaf rest on the pan for at least 10 minutes until the temperature reaches 165°F before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use Italian sausage for a spicier flavor or ground pork for a milder taste.
For extra moisture, you can add ¼ cup of milk or finely chopped veggies like onions or bell peppers to the meat mixture.
Substitute BBQ sauce with ketchup or a mixture of ketchup and mustard for a different glaze.

Storage

Store leftover meatloaf covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat slices gently in the microwave or oven to keep them moist. You can also freeze cooked meatloaf wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.