Description
Savory cheese stuffed meatloaf delivers comfort on a plate with rich, melted cheese nestled inside juicy ground beef. Home cooks can create this classic dinner that connects families around warm, satisfying meals you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (907 grams) ground beef
- 8 oz (227 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, cut into sticks or shredded
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsps brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Elevate the oven temperature to 350°F, setting the stage for a perfectly crafted meatloaf.
- Mixing: In a generously sized bowl, gently merge ground beef with breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper, ensuring a delicate and uniform consistency.
- Layering: Lubricate a loaf pan and methodically spread half the meat mixture, sculpting a subtle depression in the center while maintaining a slim perimeter.
- Cheese Infusion: Nestle cheese into the carved cavity, positioning it centrally to guarantee a sumptuous molten core when sliced.
- Sealing: Delicately drape the remaining meat mixture over the cheese, meticulously crimping the edges to prevent any cheesy escapades during cooking.
- Glazing: Whisk ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard into a vibrant coating, lavishly brushing the meatloaf’s surface to create a glossy, caramelized finish.
- Baking: Slide the meatloaf into the preheated oven, allowing it to roast for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown exterior and thoroughly cooked interior.
- Resting and Serving: Extract from the oven and permit a 10-minute respite to redistribute internal juices, then slice to reveal the molten cheese center, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and a crisp green salad for a truly spectacular dining experience.
Notes
- Meat Mixing Technique: Handle ground beef gently to keep the texture light and prevent tough, dense meatloaf.
- Cheese Placement Strategy: Create a centered cavity for cheese to ensure each slice gets a perfect cheesy surprise.
- Glaze Application Tip: Brush glaze evenly for a caramelized, glossy exterior that adds depth of flavor and visual appeal.
- Resting Period Importance: Allow meatloaf to rest 10 minutes after baking to redistribute juices, guaranteeing a moist and tender final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg