Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
This Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf combines the best flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger into a hearty, flavorful meatloaf. With the addition of crispy bacon and melted cheese, this dish is sure to please meat lovers and comfort food fans alike.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish or loaf pan
- 1 cutting board
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 frying pan
- 1 meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ pound bacon, chopped Cook until crispy.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced onion Sauté until translucent.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Sauté for 1 additional minute.
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup ketchup For glaze.
- 1 tablespoon mustard For glaze.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, keeping about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
- In the same pan with the bacon fat, sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked bacon, sautéed onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, but don’t overmix.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish or loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and mustard. Spread this glaze over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes and steamed green beans for a complete meal.
You can add extra toppings like pickles or additional cheese if desired.
Leftover meatloaf can be used in sandwiches the next day for a delicious lunch option.