Description
A delicious meatloaf packed with the flavors of bacon and cheddar, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese slices, additional cooked bacon pieces for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, milk, onion, and garlic. Add Worcestershire sauce, mustard, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
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Shape the Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to a baking pan and shape it into a loaf.
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Bake: Place the meatloaf in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
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Add Toppings: In the last 10 minutes of baking, place cheddar cheese slices on top of the meatloaf and allow them to melt. Add additional bacon pieces on top as garnish.
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Rest Before Serving: Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of barbecue sauce to the meat mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure your meatloaf is fully cooked.
- Customize with your favorite cheese or add some chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easier cleaning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams