Bacon-Wrapped Keto Meatloaf

Bacon-Wrapped Keto Meatloaf

Not only is this a keto-friendly dinner, it's a much needed revamp. Everyone, including those who are not afraid of carbs, will love this bacon-wrapped meatloaf recipe. The bacon makes it insanely flavorful, the almond flour acts as the perfect binder, and the soy sauce? It packs a punch of umami you never knew you needed.

Ingredients:

• Cooking spray
• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 2 lb. ground beef
• 1 c. shredded cheddar
• 1/2 c. almond flour
• 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
• 2eggs
• 1 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 6 thin strips bacon

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Grease a medium baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and celery and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, and chili powder and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Let mixture cool slightly.

2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, vegetable mixture, cheese, almond flour, Parmesan, eggs, soy sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Shape into a large loaf in baking dish, then lay bacon slices on top.

3. Cook until bacon is crispy and beef is cooked through, about 1 hour. If bacon is cooking too quickly, cover dish with foil.