Broccoli Cheddar Meatloaf
Discover a comfort food classic with a flavorful twist: Broccoli Cheddar Meatloaf. This hearty dish combines juicy ground beef and pork with the vibrant addition of finely chopped, blanched broccoli and creamy shredded cheddar cheese for a truly satisfying bite. A blend of breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and aromatic garlic and onions keeps the meatloaf moist and packed with savory flavors, while a hint of melted cheddar on top creates a golden, cheesy finish. Perfectly balanced with wholesome veggie goodness, this meatloaf is a family-friendly dinner that’s ready in just over an hour. Serve it with your favorite sides for a deliciously comforting meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this Broccoli Cheddar Meatloaf is destined to be a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until tender but still bright green. Drain and let them cool. Finely chop the broccoli and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands or a spatula until fully combined.
Fold in the finely chopped broccoli and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the meat mixture. Be careful not to overmix to ensure the meatloaf stays tender.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to shape it evenly.
If using ketchup, spread a thin layer evenly on the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove it from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the internal temperature of the meatloaf reads 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
