Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
- Medium
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (optional, for glazing)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Prepare Meatloaf Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, milk, ketchup, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add Cheese: Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Form Meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking sheet or loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf.
- Wrap with Bacon: Lay the bacon slices over the top of the meatloaf, tucking the ends underneath to secure. If desired, brush the bacon with barbecue sauce for added flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the bacon is crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
Enjoy this delicious and hearty Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, a perfect blend of flavors for a satisfying meal!
