Cheesy Meatloaf

Sink your teeth into this irresistible Cheesy Meatloaf, a family-friendly comfort food classic elevated with a gooey cheddar cheese center and a sweet-savory ketchup glaze. This recipe combines hearty ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings like Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and onion for a rich and flavorful base. The surprise layer of melted cheddar cheese tucked inside each slice takes this meatloaf to a whole new level, while the caramelized glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this crowd-pleasing dish is easy enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for special occasions. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a complete, satisfying meal your family will request again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and parsley (if using). Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

On a clean work surface, lay out a large sheet of wax or parchment paper. Flatten the meat mixture into a rectangle about ¾ inch thick.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Carefully roll the meat mixture from one short end to the other into a log shape, sealing the edges to enclose the cheese. Transfer the meatloaf to the prepared baking sheet or loaf pan, seam-side down.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and brown sugar to create the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top of the meatloaf and let it melt.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy meatloaf with your favorite side dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1706.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3550.1

Total Fat 232.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1205.2mg	0%
Sodium 6849.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 60.4g
Protein 228.4g	0%

Vitamin D 171.7IU	0%
Calcium 1653.4mg	0%
Iron 25.6mg	0%
Potassium 3237.1mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 17.7%