โจ Introduction
This Cheeseburger Meatloaf ๐ฅฉ๐๐ง is juicy, cheesy, and glazed with rich sauce. A bold twist on classic meatloafโperfect for ftour, family dinners, or comfort food cravings ๐ฅโจ.
๐ง Ingredients
- ๐ฅฉ 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef
- ๐ 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or plain)
- ๐ง 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ๐ฅ 2 eggs
- ๐ง ยฝ onion, finely chopped
- ๐ง 1 clove garlic, minced
- ๐ง Salt & pepper to taste
- ๐ ยฝ cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (for glaze)
- ๐ฟ Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
- ๐ฅ Preheat oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF). Line a loaf pan or baking tray.
- ๐ฅฃ In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- ๐ง Fold in shredded cheddar cheese.
- ๐ Shape into loaf and place in pan. Smooth the top.
- ๐ Spread ketchup or BBQ sauce over the top.
- ๐ฅ Bake for 45โ55 minutes until cooked through and cheese is melted.
- ๐ฟ Let rest 10 minutes. Slice and garnish with parsley.
๐ Methods
- ๐ Use ground chicken or turkey instead of beef.
- ๐ถ๏ธ Add jalapeรฑos or chili flakes for heat.
- ๐ง Mix in herbs like thyme or oregano.
- ๐ง Make mini meatloaf muffins for individual servings.
๐ History
Inspired by American cheeseburgers ๐บ๐ธ and Moroccan kefta traditions ๐ฒ๐ฆ, this meatloaf brings bold flavor and cheesy comfort to the table.
๐ช Benefits
- ๐ฅฉ Protein from beef
- ๐ง Calcium from cheese
- ๐ง Antioxidants from onion and garlic
๐จ Formation
Serve sliced on wooden board with melted cheese and glossy glaze ๐ฟ. Ideal for ftour, gatherings, or cozy meals ๐ฝ๏ธ.
โ Conclusion
Cheeseburger Meatloaf is bold, juicy, and cheesyโa satisfying twist on tradition ๐ฅฉ๐๐ง๐ฅ.
โค๏ธ Lovers
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Families
- ๐งโ๐ณ Meatloaf fans
- ๐ง Cheese lovers
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Comfort food seekers
- ๐ Dinner hosts