Ah, bacon cheeseburger meatloaf—a delicious mashup of two all-time favorites! It’s hearty, cheesy, and packed with bacon flavor. Here’s a full recipe you can try:
Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Ingredients:
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1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 works best)
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup milk
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2 large eggs
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
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6–8 slices of cooked bacon, chopped (plus extra for topping if desired)
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Optional: 1/4 cup ketchup for mixing
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Optional topping: ketchup, BBQ sauce, or a mix
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare mix: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup (if using). Mix gently but thoroughly.
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Add bacon & cheese: Fold in the chopped cooked bacon and shredded cheese.
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Shape loaf: Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place in a lightly greased 9×5-inch loaf pan (or on a baking sheet).
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Optional topping: Lay a few slices of bacon on top and spread ketchup or BBQ sauce if desired.
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Bake: 55–65 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Rest & serve: Let it rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite side.
Tips:
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Cooking bacon first adds flavor and prevents soggy meatloaf.
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Mixing in the cheese ensures a gooey, melty center.
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You can experiment with different cheeses: pepper jack for spice, Swiss for a milder flavor.
If you want, I can also give a “stuffed version” where the cheese and bacon are hidden inside the meatloaf, so every slice has a cheesy, bacon surprise.
Do you want me to do that version too?
