Description
A hearty and comforting stuffed meatloaf filled with creamy cheese and baked to perfection. Juicy, flavorful, and ideal for a cozy family dinner, this classic dish combines seasoned ground beef with a rich, cheesy center and a savory glaze on top.
Ingredients
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900 g (2 lb) ground beef
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 eggs
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1/2 cup milk
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 tbsp mustard
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
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In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Press half of the meat mixture into a greased loaf pan.
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Spread shredded cheese evenly in the center.
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Cover with remaining meat mixture and seal edges.
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Mix ketchup and mustard and spread over the top.
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Bake for 60–70 minutes, until fully cooked.
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Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
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You can substitute cheese with sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
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Letting the meatloaf rest helps keep slices intact.
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Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg