Description
Hearty bacon cheeseburger meatloaf combines classic comfort with irresistible burger flavors in one satisfying dish. Juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese create a mouthwatering meal that brings family and friends together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Glaze:
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for meatloaf)
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal environment for a perfectly cooked meatloaf.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, diced onion, chopped pickles, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Carefully shape the meat mixture into a compact, symmetrical loaf, positioning it centrally in a suitable baking dish.
- Artfully drape bacon strips across the entire surface of the meatloaf, ensuring the ends are neatly tucked underneath for an even coverage.
- Generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese over the bacon layer, creating a melty, flavorful topping.
- Craft a tangy glaze by whisking together ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth, then meticulously spread it across the meatloaf’s surface.
- Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) and the bacon achieves a crisp, golden-brown texture.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, enabling the juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, cohesive slice when served alongside preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce fat content and create a healthier version of this classic comfort dish.
- Swap regular bacon for turkey bacon to make the recipe lighter and more diet-friendly for those watching calories.
- Try different cheese varieties like smoked gouda or pepper jack to add unique flavor profiles and keep the dish exciting.
- Ensure even cooking by using a meat thermometer to check internal temperature, preventing dryness and guaranteeing food safety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg