This BBQ Ranch meatloaf recipe was inspired by my partnership with Naturally Fresh® Brand. All opinions are my own.
I’ve been working on having the best meatloaf recipe for the last year or so, and it just keeps getting better and better. With my latest tweak, I think I may have nailed it. I mean look at this… does it not get you drooling?
The magic in my latest tweak comes from Peppercorn Ranch Dressing, a primo quality home-style salad dressing with no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. (They make dips too!)
(Note: You could also use Naturally Fresh® Brand Ranch or Lite Ranch in the recipe.)
It’s completely different from the bottled dressings you might be used to (and believe me, you can taste the difference) because it does not have:
~Artificial thickeners to make up texture that should come from real ingredients.
~Monosodium glutamate (MSG), an artificial flavor enhancer.
~Artificial preservatives.
~Artificial colors or flavors.
So you can imagine how that home-style better-for-you goodness turns things up a notch in my BBQ ranch meatloaf recipe (aka best meatloaf recipe evah!)
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BBQ Ranch Meatloaf Recipe
Enjoy!
BBQ Ranch Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 poblano pepper deseeded and diced
- 1 cubanelle pepper deseeded and diced
- 1 cup diced sweet onion
- 1 egg
- 2 cups Italian bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup Peppercorn Ranch Dressing Ranch or Lite Ranch can also be used
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 1/4 cups BBQ sauce divided
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Using hands mix meat, peppers, onion and egg thoroughly. Mix in bread crumbs.
- Form the meat mixture into a uniformly thick loaf in a rectangular baking pan.
- Spread 1 cup BBQ sauce over top.
- Bake uncovered 1 1/4 hours. Drain off extra grease. Spread 1 cup BBQ sauce over top again, and bake another 20 minutes.
Toni | BoulderLocavore.com says
This is my kind of dinner! I need to try this ASAP!! 😀
Rebekah@naturallyblessedmama says
This looks like a great recipe!! I’m trying it for dinner tonight. It looks so moist and juicy! I will be using duck eggs, dairy-free ranch dressing, and oatmeal in place of the bread crumbs that way it will be gluten-free and dairy-free. I can’t wait to taste it!! I pinned and shared it.
Liz Jo says
This looks wonderful!
Marie says
Okay, this whole plate looks seriously delicious! We will absolutely be trying out this meatloaf soon. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday this week!
Eileen Kelly says
My family is not a meatloaf fan and it bothers me because it is such an easy dish to prepare. Your recipe is wonderful. I love the addition of the peppers and the peppercorn dressing and the combo of meat and sausage, I am pinning. I think I finally found the recipe they will love. Pinning. I wil let you know how it goes. “:)
Kathy Kenny Ngo says
This is the kind of recipe my brother would love to try. This seems really like such a good idea. My son likes meat and I could do this for him.
Life as a Convert says
This looks delicious. I saved it and am sharing it with my sister. My kids LOVE meatloaf and I bet they will love this.
Marielle Altenor says
Meatloaf is one of my favorite meals to make. I haven’t tried making it using ranch dressing before though!
Colette S says
I still have not made meatloaf as yet.
I think some things take getting used to.
I’d love to make this one though.
Shannon Peterson says
Oh my gosh this sounds delicious! And my husband loves ranch!
MELISASource says
Oh my this sounds like a really good meatloaf to make! I love experimenting with extra flavor in my meals! What a great twist!
Vlad Vaida says
Yummm definitely showing this recipe to my mom! 🙂
melodi says
wow! This recipe would be awesome for me as a busy stay at home home! Perfect for sports nights!
Dreammerin says
I need to try your recipe! Everything looks so good. I can’t wait to try it out.
Nikki Jenner says
That looks so delicious. I also love adding ranch into my burger mix. It gives the meat so much flavor.
Comment as Courtney Gillard says
The meatloaf looks mouthwatering. Ranch is also my favorite sauce, but I’ve never tried adding it to my meatloaf. I should try your recipe.
lalaine says
Oh my! This meatloaf looks amazing! I love anything with BBQ on it and I am sure the sweet sauce brought wonders to the dish. Thanks for sharing.
rika says
This meatloaf looks tasty! I love BBQ ranch sauce! Great recipe
Sara says
It looks so rich and delicious. This would be a great meal for 4 of July, followed by a great nap. Thank for the recipe!
Nicole Etolen says
Perfect pair! I love everything in your plate, they make me hungry. Will definitely try this.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
I love ranch! This one looks really thick and creamy the way I like it. I haven’t see it but will look for it to try.
kenia says
Wow this looks so delicious. Wish I could stick a fork through my screen. lol
Toughcookiemommy says
This meatloaf is making my mouth water. It must have some amazing flavors and I love that you can make it and enjoy it outdoors this summer.
Bonnie @wemake7 says
Yum! That sounds so good. I love meat loaf and ranch. What a great combination.
Amy Orvin says
Your recipe looks amazing! I have never heard of the Naturally Fresh dressing before, but it looks good, too. I would love to try this for my family.
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says
My family loves meatloaf, but I usually make it the same old way. I can’t wait to try this one out on them.
Toughcookiemommy says
My family loves meatloaf too and we have a family recipe for it. I would love to make this version of it for them to try.
Janell Poulette says
It’s funny that an ingredient as simple as this can make the difference for meatloaf. I am going to give this a try this week.
Crystal says
Man, that does sound like the best meatloaf! Your yearlong efforts have paid off & now I get to benefit from it!
Ana Fernandez says
Thnks for the recipe! This looks like a great bbq!
Ave says
Your BBQ Ranch Meatloaf looks so delicious! I haven’t had a meatloaf for ages, seems that I have to add it to the menu again. I really like the idea of using Italian sausage!
Alexis AKA MOM says
OMG that looks amazing and my kids would love love it!!
Ana says
This meatloaf looks delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe. This would be perfect for an ideal summer dinner!
Natalie says
This combines two of my favorite flavors! This would be a perfect recipe for summer dinners.
Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says
Just wow, I’d say you nailed it with those ingredients! And I agree, that picture alone makes me want to get inside my phone screen and eat them all.
CourtneyLynne says
Omg this meatloaf looks absolutely delicious!!!! I must give your recipe a try. Yummy 🙂
Ron Leyba says
Your food photo made me really hungry at this time of the night. So delicious!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
One tasty-looking dish!
I plan on sharing this my dad; he loves cooking and working with the grill.
Mhaan A says
I must admit that this recipe looks incredibly delicious. And I think everyone loves barbecue! This is perfect for the weekend to share with the whole family.
Nicole Escat says
This makes me hungry. I want to try this recipe. Looks like really delicious!
wendy says
My family is a huge fan of meatloaf. This looks awesome! We are going to have to try this! Thank you for the great recipe!
kean Raph De real says
I’m not a fan of meatloaf recipe but this is really looks good.
Tiffany VanSickle says
This looks absolutely delightful! And how did I not know there are healthier dressings in the cold section?!?! haha
DJ says
This recipe looks really delicious and full of flavor. I know my family would enjoy it.
Bella B says
Oh my gosh liz this looks so good!!!!
Amanda Love says
This recipe looks so good and I love that you added ranch to the meatloaf, that definitely adds flavor to it especially when it hits the barbecue sauce. This is a lovely comfort food that’s an all time favorite even at home! I’m sure my family will fall in love with this recipe!
shelly peterson says
We love meatloaf and this is an amazing recipe. It has so many yummy ingredients I would never have thought to use. I will have to try this.
Robin Rue says
That meatloaf looks absolutely amazing. I have heard about putting ranch into it but have never tried it. Now I must.
Rosey says
That whole plate looks great. Congrats on getting that final perfect tweak to your meatloaf!
Rebecca Swenor says
Meatloaf is an easy dish to prepare and make for the family. This recipe sounds and looks good so I am going to have to try it. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
monica says
My turkey meatloafs are so not exciting. Your bbq ranch sounds and looks divine!
Terri Beavers says
Good golly, that looks absolutely mouth watering delicious. I’ll have to try your recipe this weekend when the grand kids are here.
Enricoh Alfonzo says
I have always wondered what went into meatloaf! Thank you so much for finally illuminating the recipe for me.
Look bloody brilliant
Joanna says
It looks delicious. I don’t remember ever having meatloaf before. The ranch seasoning sounds very yummy.
Michele says
Meatloaf–one of the easiest and hardest dishes to make! I have yet to make it the same way twice-but I am never quite satisfied. Although I could not add those peppers in (my stomach would rebel) I will definitely try using that BBQ sauce and lite dressing-(O am pretty sure I have seen it where I shop)
Berlin says
Something new to try and I hope boys would love and appreciate this new discovery.
Rosie Romance says
This looks like such a lovely family recipe! I no longer eat meat but I’m sure the rest of my family would devour this in seconds.
Rosie | http://www.rosieromance.com
victoria says
My hubby was a huge fan of Meatloaf and I’m sure he love this recipe! Glad you share this
Chris Williams says
Meatloaf never really made it over here to the UK, apart from bat out of hell 🙂
Looks really yummy though and anything smothered in BBQ sauce is good.
David says
I’m really not enjoying meat in the past couple of months but the look of this is very tasty. I would love to try this, even though I will fail if I try to cook.
aziel morte says
This is a yummy recipe, I bet my hubby and the two boys love this for sure.
Brandi H says
I’m not much of a meatloaf fan but my hubby loves it. He would really like this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Elizabeth O. says
Very traditional, I’m sure it’s going to be a hit in parties as well as dinner with the family! It’s quite easy to make and although I don’t eat meat, it would be nice to prepare this for the rest of the family who does.
Travel Blogger says
This looks delicious! I love the addition of ranch for depth of flavor.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I was just wondering if instead of cooking the meatloaf in the oven, could it be possible to steam it instead? I think it would come out juicier. My only issue would be it may not be firm enough to slice.
Colleen says
My kids love meatloaf! I will have to try this recipe. It looks so good!
MJ.L says
This meatloaf recipe sounds fantastic! We love meatloaf in our home so I will have to try this recipe!
Kristen Dann says
My boyfriend would love this! Anything with BBQ and Ranch in it is a winner for him. I’m going to have to cook this very soon.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This looks and sounds absolutely delicious. I know my whole family will love this. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
Melanie - QueMeansWhat.com says
My mouth is watering. I haven’t had meat loaf in such a long time. I might actually cook dinner to have this.
lisa says
I am not normally a fan of meatloaf but this recipe sounds so good! I’m going to have to try this.
Jacqui Odell says
This sounds so yummy!! I would have never thought about putting BBQ and ranch together.
Amy Jones says
BBQ is my favorite! thanks for sharing this post
Neely (@Neelykins) says
mouth is literally watering! I must try this soon!
Lubka Henry says
I’ve tried making meatloaf a couple of times, but I don’t think it tastes amazing. Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe 🙂
Christine - The Choosy Mommy says
I love meatloaf, but I have been using the same recipe for years! Now I am excited to try yours!!
Katrina | TOTSFamily.com says
I always forget about meatloaf when I go to make dinner. With the twist of ranch I think it will become a fave.
Lady Lilith says
Yummy. Now this looks like a nice dinner idea.
Cindy Ingalls says
I never would have thought about adding Ranch dressing to meatloaf, but it is so unique. What a delicious looking meal to enjoy this summer.
Rhian Westbury says
Wow this looks amazing, anything with BBQ is amazing x
Cynthia Rusincovitch says
This looks really good. I love anything with creamy!!!! It looks full of flavor and easy to make!
Catherine S says
This looks so amazing. I bet I could get my son to eat this meatloaf. He normally turns his nose up at it. Thanks for the recipe.
Empire says
I know this is supposed to be about the meat loaf, but I just couldn’t keep staring at the corn and beans!
Ahhh, it’s been so so long since I’ve had corn..
Ana De- Jesus says
Ooh I would love to make a veggie version , the bbq sauce looks divine and would go well with vegetables as well.
Brandy says
I will be honest, I am not a huge meatloaf fan, but as a child I Loved it. I will try this recipe and see if it brings back my childhood tastebuds 🙂
Sarah says
This looks like a yummy meatloaf recipe to try. Thanks for sharing it!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
What a yummy combination of flavors! My hubby loves a good meat loaf! I’ll have to try out your recipe and see what he thinks!
Lisa Joy Thompson says
I love meatloaf and regularly order it at restaurants, but never think of making it at home! Will have to add this to our menu plan! It looks delish!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
This will be in our menu plan next week. It sure looks yummy! I love ranch dressing and to have it paired up with barbeque sauce would be delicious! Meatloaf Monday it is!
Lois Alter Mark says
Yes, that does make me drool! It makes me want to move next door to you so I can come over for dinner!
Erica K says
I’m not a big fan of Peppercorn. Can you suggest a substitute? Thanks!!
Erica K
http://www.beautyonthebayou.com
Liz says
Yes, I mentioned that you could use their Ranch or Lite Ranch dressings as well! 🙂
tara pittman says
Ranch makes everything taste better. My husband would love for me to make this.
Erika says
Unfortunately, my husband doesn’t “do” ranch and I’m not going to make an entire meatloaf for me for one dinner. I need to try this dressing. I usually avoid light or fat free ranch because it always has that fonky aftertaste.
Azlin Bloor says
This looks simply amazing! That ranch dressing must make a huge difference, wonderful texture!
Pam says
My husband loves meatloaf! I don’t make it too often, so he would love if I made this recipe for him.
Laura H says
Meatloaf is one of those classic American dishes I hear a lot about on TV but I’ve never actually tried myself! It looks really tasty with the BBQ sauce so I should try make this myself at home 🙂
Jeanine says
This looks and sounds so delicious! Different than what I’m used to! Would love to give it a try, would be a hit with the fam!
Pooja Kawatra says
I am already drooling over your recipes and meat looks so tender and juicy. This is definitely on my list to try out soon.
Kerry says
I would never have thought to pair these two together but it actually looks delicious! Will need to give it a try 🙂
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I am so making this for the week! I already love to put ranch powder in my burger mix, so I know this is going to be fantastic.
Paula Schuck says
I’ve never thought of putting ranch in my meatloaf before. Who would have thought that it would pair so well with barbecue.
Carol Cassara says
My husband loves ribs and meatloaf, this is sort of a combo of the two. I am going to give it a try, it looks so good!
Michelle Liew says
This recipe sounds absolutely mouth watering! We don’t eat much meatloaf here in Singapore, but I will be glad to give it a go.
Nolie says
I am drooling. This looks delicious. Going to have to try it.
Tonya says
This sounds delicious. I’ve added dry Ranch mix before, but I’ve never thought of adding creamy dressing.
cathy says
Yum, this meatloaf looks flavorful and delicious!
mark and kate says
I’ve never heard of a bbq meatloaf. Your photos of it are simply mouth-watering!
Pam says
We do barbecue meatloaf from time to time but we have never made a barbecue ranch meatloaf. It sounds good.
Chrishelle Ebner says
I have put ranch dry mix in my meatloaf, but I have never thought of putting the actual dressing in my recipe. This looks amazing I will definitely be trying it this week. Yummy.
Julie Syl Kalungi says
I Love Love Loveeee Secret recipes and this is joining my hoard lolol Looks Delicious and making me hungry. Thanks for sharing!
anna nuttall says
Yum, this look like a really delicious recipe. <3 xx
Cathi Crismon says
Oh my goodness! Everything looks so good. Perfect for summer with all the barbecues! Happy 4th of July Liz!
janis says
I didn’t know there was a secret before reading this post :). Thanks for sharing, it sure looks good!
Stacie V says
I am always looking for new meatloaf recipes to try. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make this for dinner this week.
Ann Bacciaglia says
This looks like an amazing recipe. I will have to give it a try this weekend.
Jaime says
I’ve never thought to use prepared ranch in meatloaf! I usually use the dry mix but I bet this is sooo moist! Yum!!!!
Alicia says
That looks amazing! I’d never thought about putting ranch in my meatloaf but now I have to try it!
Amy Desrosiers says
I am a ranch fanatic and add it to everything! I love how tasty this recipe looks!
emma says
I needed a recipe like this! I always make the same thing! My bf is going to love trying this 🙂
Kathy says
That looks really good. I haven’t had meatloaf in such a long time. I bet this recipe tastes amazing. I can’t wait to try it out.
Lisa Favre says
Everything about this meatloaf looks absolutely delicious! Totally craving it now!
Shauna Torres says
Now this is one dish I know my family would love. I have always done ketchup or tomato sauce, but I love the idea of BBQ… so cool. Thanks for sharing
Jeanette says
OH WOW does that look good! I have never thought about putting Ranch in there and I am not sure why! I am totally stealing this!
Saidah Washington says
I love meatloaf and dressing it up with seasoned dressings. Your meatloaf turned out deliciously.
Elizabeth Gilbert says
I was officially drooling just at the name of this recipe and then I saw the pictures. We love meat loaf in our house and I will have to have my husband make this! YUM!!