Savory Garlic Infused Beef Logs 🌟
Garlic Bologna Recipe
Description: My sister, who isn’t known for her culinary skills, surprised us one day with this mouthwatering Garlic Bologna recipe, and it was an instant hit! Both the kids and my husband couldn’t get enough of it. It’s incredibly flavorful and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight meal or feeding a large group. Plus, it’s prepared in the oven in less than 4 hours, making it a convenient option for busy days.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup water
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 97.7
- Fat Content: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 30.8mg
- Sodium Content: 30.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 8.4g
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, liquid smoke, garlic powder, onion powder, and water. Mix thoroughly until well combined. |
| 2 | Divide the mixture into three equal parts. |
| 3 | Roll each part into a log shape and wrap them individually in plastic wrap (Saran Wrap). |
| 4 | Refrigerate the wrapped logs for 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up. |
| 5 | After refrigeration, preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). |
| 6 | Unwrap the logs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. |
| 7 | Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the bologna logs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside. |
| 8 | Once baked, remove the garlic bologna from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. |
| 9 | Slice the bologna into rounds of your desired thickness. |
| 10 | Serve the garlic bologna slices as desired, whether on sandwiches, as a snack, or as part of a charcuterie board. Enjoy! |
This Garlic Bologna recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, with its savory garlic flavor and juicy texture. Whether you’re cooking for your family on a busy weeknight or entertaining guests at a gathering, this dish is sure to impress. Plus, the leftovers (if there are any!) make for delicious sandwiches the next day. Give this recipe a try and watch as it becomes a favorite in your household too! 🍴😋
