Cheddar Meatloaf

Transform your comfort food game with this Cheddar Meatloaf, a hearty, cheesy spin on the classic recipe that's destined to become a family favorite. This savory dish blends tender ground beef with melty shredded cheddar, breadcrumbs, and flavorful aromatics like onion, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, all bound together with eggs and milk for ultimate juiciness. The crowning glory is a tangy-sweet glaze made with ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, creating a perfectly caramelized topping. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in an hour, this cheesy meatloaf is ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend gatherings. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to complete this soul-warming meal. Perfect for lovers of classic comfort food with a twist, this Cheddar Meatloaf pairs nostalgia with unbeatable flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 large egg
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it down evenly to form a loaf shape.

Step 4

In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf with a spatula or spoon.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

Serve warm, optionally garnished with additional parsley, alongside your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1662.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3611.8

Total Fat 241.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1296.8mg	0%
Sodium 7943.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.5g
Protein 216.3g	0%

Vitamin D 161.2IU	0%
Calcium 1309.2mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 3262.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 16.5%