Savory Bacon-Cheese Blend Meatloaf Recipe
Dig into this Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf without the hassle of a bun – it's a bomb meal! Mix ground beef, cheddar, grated onion, garlic, ketchup, form into a loaf, wrap with bacon, and bake until the bacon's crispy perfection! Whip up some homemade potato tots for a side dish your family will love.
This delightful recipe appeared in our meatloaf photo gallery feature.
Yield: 4 to 6 servingsDifficulty: EasyTotal: 1 hr 30 mins
Ingredients (12)
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (15 to 20 percent fat content)
- 1 medium onion, grated on large holes of a box grater (approx. 3/4 cup), excess liquid tossed
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 ounce)
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup fine, unseasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 7 thick-cut bacon slices
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F (190°C) and position rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, lifting edges to catch drippings.
- Combine beef, grated onion, cheddar, ketchup, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently (avoid overworking the mixture).
- Transfer the mixture to the center of the baking sheet and shape into a 9 x 5-inch loaf using clean hands. Cover the loaf evenly with bacon slices, diagonally and side-by-side, trimming as needed.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until bacon is crisping and a thermometer inserted into the center registers 160°F (71°C).
- Increase oven temperature to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes longer, or until bacon becomes extra crispy. Remove baking sheet to a wire rack and let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
To find more mouthwatering meatloaf ideas, explore our meatloaf photo gallery or discover a variety of recipes on platforms like Pinterest, Food52, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok. Enjoy cooking, my friend!
- This Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf recipe, found in our meatloaf photo gallery, offers a hassle-free dining experience without the need for a bun.
- To make the homemade potato tots for a side dish, one can explore various recipes on platforms such as Pinterest, Food52, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok.
- In the instructions for the Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, it's noted that the loaf should be shaped into a 9 x 5-inch size, and the bacon slices should be arranged diagonally and side-by-side, requiring trimming as needed.
- When the meatloaf is cooked, it should be let to rest for 10 minutes before slicing, as the internal temperature should register 160°F (71°C) on a thermometer inserted into the center.
