Cheese Ribbon Meatloaf
Elevate your comfort food game with this irresistible Cheese Ribbon Meatloaf—a show-stopping twist on the classic dish! Packed with juicy ground beef and pork, this meatloaf features a gooey layer of melted cheddar cheese tucked in the center, creating a luscious "ribbon" of flavor with every slice. The savory meat is perfectly seasoned with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of onion, then topped with a tangy glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for a sweet and smoky finish. This family-friendly recipe is easy to prepare, oven-baked to perfection, and pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner or meal prepping for the week, this cheese-stuffed meatloaf is guaranteed to impress. Perfect for fans of hearty comfort food with a cheesy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 0.5 lbs ground pork
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
Take half of the meat mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the first layer of the meat mixture, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent the cheese from spilling out.
Top the cheese layer with the remaining meat mixture, pressing down gently to seal the edges and encase the cheese in the middle.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 201 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1062 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 587 mg | 12% | |
*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.
