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Dad's Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Meat Loaf

Cost $20, save $15

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  • 65 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 2 pounds ground beef
    • 6 slices bacon

  • Dairy

    • 8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into quarters
    • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

  • Eggs

    • 🥚 2 eggs

  • Seasoning

    • 2 tablespoons ketchup
    • 1 tablespoon ketchup
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon dried basil
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Other

    • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
    • 🧅 1 small yellow onion, diced

STEPS

1

Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2

Combine ground beef, eggs, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, oregano, basil, pepper, and onion in a large bowl and mix well.

3

Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan with bacon widthwise. Place half of the meat mixture onto the bacon, lay some Cheddar cheese across the center, cover with the remaining meat, and mold into a loaf shape. Pull the bacon ends around the loaf and spread ketchup over the loaf.

4

Bake the meat loaf in the preheated oven until done and an internal thermometer reads 160°F (70°C), about 60 minutes.

5

Add sliced Cheddar cheese on top and bake until melted, about 5 minutes.

6

Let the meat loaf rest for 5 minutes before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

589

Calories

  • 44g
    Protein
  • 17g
    Carbs
  • 38g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meat loaf is cooked to the right temperature.Letting the meat loaf rest helps retain juices and makes slicing easier.Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.