Julie Recipes
Ingredients
▢ 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
▢ 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
▢ 1 large egg
▢ 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
▢ 1/2 cup milk
▢ 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢ 1 teaspoon salt
▢ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
▢ 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
▢ 4-5 slices of bacon
▢ Additional toppings: sliced pickles ketchup, and mustard for serving
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Prepare Loaf Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
Mix the Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix to prevent the meatloaf from becoming tough.
Add Cheese:
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, distributing it evenly throughout the mixture.
Form the Meatloaf:
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf.
Add Bacon:
Lay the slices of bacon across the top of the meatloaf, covering it entirely. Tuck the ends of the bacon slices underneath the meatloaf to prevent curling during cooking.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the bacon on top is crispy. An internal temperature of 160°F (70°C) indicates that the meatloaf is fully cooked.
Rest and Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Serve with your favorite burger toppings like sliced pickles, ketchup, and mustard on the side.
