Cheesy Meat Loaf
Get ready to elevate a classic comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Meat Loaf recipe! This hearty dish combines a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and onion. A surprise layer of gooey, melted cheddar cheese tucked inside the loaf adds a decadent twist, while the sweet and tangy glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard provides a crave-worthy finishing touch. Baked to perfection in just over an hour, this cheesy meat loaf is easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight family dinner or a casual get-together. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a truly satisfying meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 small, finely diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 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, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well using your hands or a large spoon until all ingredients are combined evenly.
Transfer half of the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down to create an even layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat layer, staying about 1 inch away from the edges.
Cover the cheese layer with the remaining meat mixture and press it down firmly to seal the edges, enclosing the cheese inside the meat loaf.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the meat loaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove from the oven and let the meat loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute and makes it easier to cut.
Slice and serve the cheesy meat loaf warm alongside your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.3 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
