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So, you aren't actually toughening the meat when you overmix it, you are melting the fat with the warmth of your hands, making the ground muscle meat pack together more densely, thus, making it a tougher, solid texture. When I worked for a butcher I learned that you add ice instead of just water in the recipe when hand mixing sausage meat, that way the ground fat stays cold and solid and gives you the looser, juicier texture after cooking.

U know its good when u don't hear anything after his first bite 😆

I just love your expressions when you really like something.

LOL! I knew by the first bite of the second meatloaf that was the winner. The way you looked up at the camera was priceless. I love this channel! You're the best!

The number of times i heard the phrase "Lift and separate", I had to make sure i wasn't accidently watching a WonderBra commercial....

Wes, nobody else has ever mentioned that overworking ground beef makes it tough - thank you for making me smarter!

Made the bacon wrapped meatloaf and didn't use the gravy, but brushed on a little sugar free BBQ sauce for the last 15 min. Delish!

I think you've earned the right to call it a semi-weekly web series at this point with how much content you've been putting out in the past few months!

Don't worry about the calories! Not a single cell in our body uses calories. Their value are determined by burning food in a lab. Not how we metabolize nutrients at all. Our meatloaf growing up had 2% evaporated milk in it. I started making it with cream. It had a brown sugar, ketchup, dry mustard glaze. It was so yummy.

Man you are so entertaining to watch. Love what you do. I really respect how you give the recipe creators all the credit. Keep up the great work!!

I’m going to try the bacon wrapped version, but glaze with ketchup! Got to have that ketchup on my meatloaf!

My husband makes a killer Keto meatloaf. He uses not only ground beef but sausage and pork panko, plus he makes a keto-friendly topping. It is so good

LOVE Diet Doctor- been a member there for several years. Tons of great recipes, videos, presentations, movies and more!

Oh lord! That second one is the best meatloaf I have ever tasted. I added 4 cloves of garlic because I love it. I made the gravy too, strained the solid drippings out, sensational. Great work Wes, I know this is an older video but I'm newish to Keto & fully appreciate your efforts. Regards from Australia.

I could practically hear you purring as you tasted the bacon wrapped loaf! Think the glazed one would make good sandwiches on low carb bread/wraps.

my ketchup glaze is 1/2 cup sugar free ketchup, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce... then as a substitute for corn syrup (that thickens up as you cook it, also add 1 teaspoon of Allulose, and a little xanthum gum. It is very similar to our family's original glaze (which is something like bbq sauce).

I just love it when you're having a food 'moment'.

Have made the bacon wrapped recipe twice. Love it! I add a few slices of bacon over the ends of the loaf after I've turned it over into a pan since you have leftover bacon from a 12 oz pkg anyway. The gravy is outstanding as well. I use 2 lbs of ground beef, just because it's easier. Takes about an hour for mine to get done and I broil it on low for 5 min at the end to crisp up the bacon. I heat it in the air fryer. I made both batches hoping to freeze some, but it hasn't lasted long enough yet... Thank you so much for making this. You have been so helpful to me on my keto/carnivore journey. I'd also note that you are looking so good on recent videos, good for you! Your humorous and positive attitude are infectious.

Cool, that bacon wrapped meatloaf was one of the first keto meals I ever made!

I didnt grow up having ketchup glaze on my meatloaf didnt know ppl did that until i was an adult

Great job as always. Way to help us all stay honest with the journey - so good journey to you all.

That bougie spatula though.. I love it!

Your reactions when you take the first bite is gold!

Wes, Wes, Wes... your charming face just gives you away!

Dude I found you recently. I became diabetic last year, after a decade of cancer meds. I just discovered, what I think is, the greatest keto “bread” recipe. Watching you do the “battles” is wonderful. So far I watch at least half of the Creators you have covered. The other half are great discoveries for me. I also really like your camera set ups & how you use them. You just really work for me. I appreciate ya, so very much.

Y'all, were making...., come on! Best opening ever :) We are always in for a treat. Thank you. Your videos make my day. I found you through Steve at Serious Keto. Wonderful!

This is my 1st time watching you. Once was enough to subscribe, which is rare for me. Well presented and it looks absolutely delicious. I'll be trying both recipes, for sure.

One trick to not over-mix the meat is to mix all other ingredients *before* you add the meat to the bowl.

I actually prefer my meatloaf well blended to have that dense texture. But to each his own! Looks great!! 😁

A cup of diced onion contains about 12-13 net carbs. When added to a dish like meat loaf, you are only getting maybe 2 carbs per serving from the onion.

I've decided to make the bacon wrapped because you convinced me it will be delicious! I live alone so I'm going to halve the recipe.

Love the bacon wrapped meatloaf. I added just a little sugar free baby’s rays bbq sause on top. So so good

I came across your channel by complete accident and I am HOOKED! I love it. I love your energy, your personality and the content you provide. Thank you for doing what you do. I really like the way you try out recipes and your reactions to the food are so cute, they remind me of me, when it's good you just can't help but react in a genuine fashion. I have been on & off Keto too much this past year, it's been a struggle mostly due to the loss of my son to start the year out in January, then Covid, then a relationship ending due to his military transfer across country and now my father is nearing the end of his days. I could have given up and I sort of did by self medicating with social alcohol at times to forget, or not feel, which was also halting my Keto results. But I finally got my head out of my @*#, and now have quit smoking, drinking and my Keto has taken off!! I am so pumped now, I feel so good and even proud and know my goal is in sight. It's people like you who are getting me through. Sorry for the book... but I wanted you to know you've been an inspiration! Thank you so much! Keep up the excellent work!

Just tried the winning meat loaf tonight...we were knocked out by it! Best low carb meat loaf I've tried... wonderful flavor and texture. Can't believe how that heavy cream and just one egg managed to replace bread or cracker crumbs or oatmeal. Doesn't make sense,. It it works. And loved the technique of forming it in the loaf pan with plastic wrap, then bacon strips--flipped out to a baking dish perfectly. If you hadn't demonstrated this recipe I would not have tried it because of the cream. Thanks Wes!!

Your face when you find out the best one is priceless 😂😂😂😂😂

I use italian 1# sausage 1# ground beef 1# lamb 1 c crushed spicy pork rinds 3/4 cup bacon bits 2 eggs Beaten 2 cloved minced garlic 1 small onion diced 1/2 diced bell pepper 1cup chopped mushrooms 2 table spoons Worcester sauce. Salt pepper 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1/4 cup heavy cream I mix with my fingers place in baking dish Makes 2 loaves

Took me two years but I made the bacon wrapped version last night. It was a hit! Thanks again for putting all of the work in testing for me! I mean us!

Have you tried the recipe Neisha uses? Dr Ken Berry's wife. She uses pork panko crumbs instead of almond flour. And covers it in bacon. You have to make the gravy! I would love to hear about how the gravy is!

Wes, your eyes tell the story without you saying a word. When you bit into the one with the bacon, your eyes widened a lot. I knew then that it is great. I sure enjoy watching you!

Wow. I've never heard of heavy cream in a Meatloaf, nor any cheese other than parmasan. So, I'm shocked on this. Will try it the week. I'm a member of Diet Dr and Dr Fung is the King of KETO and intermittent fasting. I use his site for specific things.never really paid much attention to the recipes. Thank you for this presentation. Looking forward to more. I love your channel and have enjoyed it for about 3 years now 😀

The one with bacon can be placed in small baking pan that comes with a baking rack; like the ones for turkeys, just a thought

I’ve always used lots of finely minced veggies🥕 in my meatloaf. About two to three times veggies as meat by volume not weight . I’ve used crushed (1/2”) pork rinds, dry oats, and cooked brown rice but soaked walnuts was my favorite breadcrumb substitute.( My old go to used to be boxed cornbread stuffing mix) . I put a base of crumpled foil on the bottom of a brownie pan or casserole dish to raise the loaf off of the bottom. I loosely cradle my raw loaf in foil and set atop the base then I poke drainage holes in the four corners and the top stays open for browning. The grease drains out of those holes and the loaf stays moist. I bake at 350 for an hour and then if glazing I add the sauce on top and add 1/2” of hot water to the pan. I add the water to create steam whether glazed or not . Then back in the oven until it looks and feels perfect. Another 30 min to an hour for my preference. If I don’t glaze then I make a separate gravy. Keep in mind my meatloaf is loaf pan size raw about 3”x4” raw size.

I'm vegetarian, but just had to watch this, Wes, to see you taste something wonderful! Have a great day!

I vote for low carb protein bar battle

I really enjoy your channel and highly appreciate you testing these recipes. 😊 If I would make a meatloaf, I'd be eating it for days so it better be good. So your testing out these recipes is a godsend 😄 keep it up 👍

DUDE! I just made the second meatloaf... O M G!!! I made garlic roasted Brussel sprouts to go with it.... YUMMILICIOUS!

Wesley, my favorite thing about your videos. #1, I can listen to your southern twang all day. #2, your face when you have tasted your creation! No poker face for sure. And when you don't like it, we know you don't like it. Thanks for what you do!

I look forward to seeing you and I miss you when you're away! You are truly a treasure! I just joined Thrive because of you. I'm so glad they endorse you. You can't imagine the things I've bought after watching every single one of your videos...I sincerely wish you got a kickback from each of them. I'm about to become a Patreon sponsor too!! Keep up what you're doing and know that you truly bring joy and a smile to me and others I'm sure. I'm making that bacon meatloaf this week..Thank you so much Wes...I appreciate YOU

Oh I've missed you so! I have been away from the keto lifestyle for almost a year. Our family had a lot of heartache over the past year and I just crawled into my carb induced feels and I didn't just go off the rails, I drove that wagon into the ditch. I decided a few weeks ago that I am done being sad and mad and all of that. SO you are my first stop back in the keto life! Reboot time!

I'm so glad you did this competition. I had gotten tired of trying to use Pork Panko in my meatloaf and having it dry as a bone! I tried the recipe with the Almond flour, but adding my "goodies" of garlic, parsley and sugar-free ketchup. The flour and parmesan made a perfect consistency - the meatloaf didn't fall apart and they imparted very little "non-meatloaf" flavors. Like others, I love the fact that your face tells it all when you taste-test the recipes. I always use the ones you like best and they never fail. Thank you, and keep on testing! BTW, I made a string bean casserole with your home-made "cream of mushroom soup" last Thanksgiving - it was OUTSTANDING!

It’s so entertaining to watch you cook and taste these recipes. You make it fun! Great video once again.

Yum, I'll be trying the bacon wrapped meatloaf today! Thank you!

Dude! You’ve got me craving meatloaf!!

I’m living for “sift, y’all”!

Yes! I love it when you make a meal and not a desert. When the camera goes off you are left with a real meal. Not 24 cup cakes or whatever treat you have. That's too much pressure for one person. More meals please. For your sake. Plus everyone eats meals.

Italians have always added a little whole milk to their meatloaf and meatballs to add extra moisture when some of the fat melts away from the meat. They also add actual bread pieces instead of breadcrumbs for softer texture.

When you really, really LOVE something your face shows it all!! Thanks for the great review..it's Fall weather in Chicago, 42 degrees right now, great for dinner tomorrow

You are my favorite person to watch on You Tube. Gonna try both styles of meatloaf.

I'm on Carnivore , and the bacon one is a winner in my book, can't wait to try it.

Made the bacon wrapped version - yep dang delicious. I used your forming method too and that works quite well. Thanks!

I can’t wait to try this! Have to say though that mushroom duxelles straight up belong in meatloaf. I would never eat mushrooms by themselves but they give good umami.

Excellent presentation I’m so ready to make the bacon wrapped meatloaf with the gravy and some cauliflower mash Thank you Wes

I luuuuvvvvv your facial expressions when you taste something good and you can’t talk for a few seconds 😂 🇬🇧 Thanks Wes 😘

Try using cocktail sauce instead of ketchup... yum.

So glad you finally did meatloaf. I had been asking for a while now 👍 The Diet Dr recipe has become my go to since reading this. I add keto panko (pork rinds) which helps keep extra moist, sometimes I make a fancy bacon lattice, and frequently cook on the smoker! Outstanding, thanks much.

Thank you for telling your subscribers about Thrive Market's free memberships. You are the only one who I have heard on KZfaq that is sponsored by them that tells people this. I was able to apply and got approved for a free membership. Thank you. You are much appreciated. Thank you Thrive Market too.

I'm not sure if my family is just weird, but we always wait to out ketchup on at maybe the last 15 minutes or so..🤷‍♀️

I really appreciate you washing your hands during the preparation process. So many videos I see people touching raw meat and just wiping their hands on a towel. I wash like you do, every time I handle raw meat before touching clean items.👍

“Impeccably clean hands.” Someone’s a Julia fan. Love it.

I like taking meatloaf mix, adding seasoning salt, forming hamburger patties, freeze for about 20 minutes then throw on the grill to use as hamburgers.

I love your facial expressions when you try something really good! Great video. :)

Ok, first time commenting. Been referring people to your videos. I binge watched them during my 14 day water fast. It’s time now to break my fast! I’m doing carnivore now as I find better results than keto but keto is my lifestyle where carnivore is temporary- I highly recommend trying it! Thanks for all you are doing...I need to find that tip jar because you helped me get through the fast 😋

DietDoctor actually has a lot of wonderful recipes. I've tried this meatloaf before and we loved it, too.

glad you're safe from the hurricanes! was thinking of you. always good to see you and your videos!!

Can't go wrong with bacon.

My mouth was watering by the end of that video, that’s dinner sorted for tomorrow. Thanks for the share, you make my keto journey so much easier.

I agree. There’s no way I’d give up real onions for onion powder!

I appreciate your honesty. It's rare these days.

Your eyes give you away. My husband absolutely loved this, and he is not a lover of meatloaf.

😂🤣I enjoyed your facial response to the bacon wrapped meatloaf.

Oh Wes... you did it again. This is how we choose to spend our Saturday night-watching you work your magic. Heavy cream in meatloaf?? Who knew?! We will be trying these for sure. I swear.. your faces at the end of your videos SLAY! To be perfectly honest, I have been struggling lately with staying on keto. This looks like a great way to get back on track. Thank you for inspiring us to keep moving forward. The struggle is real, and you just might have woken me up. ❤️👍

Thank you for your review. I am a Diet Doctor fan. I started Keto by way of his 30-day challenge. I lost approximately five inches off of my waist in about eight weeks. Since then, I use his delicious recipes as part of my lifestyle. I am going to make the bacon-wrapped meatloaf this weekend. Thank you for your teaching moment. I did not know that onions and onion powder contained carbohydrates! I will now ease back on the onions. Again, thank you.

You are the best. KEEP SAYING Y'ALL. MAKES ME SMILE

Love watching your videos! I can’t wait to try the bacon wrapped meatloaf! I love your tasting expressions and enjoy your humor!

If you use a higher content of fat in your beef, you can work it without issue. Grind up a brisket and you have 50/50 yummy ground beef. Try Swiss cheese for an interesting flavor.

lol. His eyes after that first bite into the second one said it all !!!

George Stella's Low Carb and Lovin It is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever had. Literally every person I've ever given it to and made it said its the best ever. The magic is the prosciutto and provolone in the middle.

I love how your eyes get big when your eating something good.. Love your show

wow!!! just made the bacon wrapped Meatloaf ! so good its probably illegal lol

Wes, you are adorable. Just FYI, on the second meatloaf, it is best to cool the cooked onions before adding to the meat mixture. I’ve done that for years. 😊 Thanks for comparing these two recipes. I’ve made the more traditional one, like the first one but I’m definitely going to make the bacon wrapped recipe, too. I’m intrigued with the whipping cream addition and I’m sure my bacon loving non keto hubby will like it, too.

Thank you for pointing out the possibility of discrepancies regarding fat and serving sizes.

I just found your channel. I would love to subscribe to ThriveMarket but, I checked and they do not have international shipping. But, Thank you. It's so good to have a friend who tests recipes.

My mom always used bread soaked in milk in her meatloaf to keep it moist. I wonder if anyone has tried using any of the zero carb bread out there in that application. I’m thinking it could work but HWC instead of milk. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Yeah! Thank you, thank you.

You crack me up with your expressive face and especially your eyes! you don't have to say anything because your face says it all. Thanks for doing these comparisons....I love you doing all the work and then I can try out the "best" one. I also like your suggestions about sometimes melding ingredients from both recipes together.

Love your videos, I haven’t watched them in awhile, but now I will! Forgot what quality content you have :-). Thanks for sharing this info on meatloaf. What I do for my meatloaf is crush (in a gallon Ziploc) 2 oz plain pork rinds with a rolling pin and use that in place of breadcrumbs. I also use shredded romano cheese. I’m encouraged to process my romano more now though and make it more “powdered” so it incorporates better. I also cook my meatloaf on a cookie sheet fitted with a baking rack so it is raised above the juices. My recommendation on making the meatloaf macros more “true”, just use a leaner ground beef or half fatty and half lean or even mix your 1 lb ground beef with 1 lb ground pork. A mixture of meat in meatloaf really enhances it.

Interesting techniques. I like the mixing ideas. We really like the Wholesomeyum meatloaf. I keep the meatloaf moist by putting a pan of hot water near the bottom of the oven. Thank you very much, Wes, I get very excited when a new video is released.

Had to make this again. I made thar gravy but cooked Brussel sprouts in it. Woooooow

I love you, Wesley. Guess what we're having for dinner tonight??? You're very inspirational. I love your cleanliness. Your ability to follow recipes to the tee! ( Something I have to learn). Thank you for being you! Real, Honest, Entertaining Funny and very enjoyable to watch and listen to. "Facial expressions and your one liners!" Love you,Gorgeous! Cheers ! Layla, all the way from Australia!