BBQ Cheddar Meatloaf
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this BBQ cheddar meatloaf, where smoky BBQ flavor meets gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish offers a delightful blend of taste and nostalgia that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a gourmet experience right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (divided)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a skillet, sauté the finely chopped onion in oil until translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, ½ cup BBQ sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to the loaf pan and shape it evenly. Top with remaining BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg