How to Make Savory Venison Meatloaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those who enjoy the rich, robust flavor of venison, this Savory Venison Meatloaf is a perfect way to showcase the deliciousness of this lean and gamey meat. While venison is not as commonly used in recipes as beef or pork, it provides a unique and earthy taste that pairs perfectly with the savory seasonings in this meatloaf dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground venison
  • 1 egg
  • 1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, finely crushed
  • ¼ cup barbecue sauce
  • ½ yellow onion, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon dried sage
  • ½ teaspoon steak seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 slices bacon
  • ¾ cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 3x7-inch loaf

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix the venison, egg, cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, onion, sage, steak seasoning, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl with your hands until evenly combined. Pack into a 3x7-inch loaf pan, and lay the bacon strips over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the bacon is crispy, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Meanwhile, stir 3/4 cup barbecue sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce in a sauce pan over medium heat. Simmer 5 minutes, whisking constantly. Pour the sauce over the cooked meatloaf, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    563 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 157mg
    • Sodium: 1559mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 66g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 768mg