Cheesy Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
Description:
A seriously indulgent comfort-food classic! This loaded meatloaf is packed with gooey melted cheese and savory peppers, then wrapped in smoky bacon and baked until beautifully caramelized on the outside and juicy inside. Slice it up while the cheese is still melting for the ultimate dinner experience. 🤤
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) ground beef
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 200 g shredded mozzarella
- 150 g cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sliced roasted red peppers
- 250–300 g bacon
Glaze:
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
👨🍳 Instructions
- Mix the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, and seasonings until just combined.
- Flatten the beef mixture into a large rectangle on parchment paper.
- Spread the mozzarella, cheddar, and roasted peppers down the center.
- Carefully roll the meat around the filling and seal the edges.
- Wrap the entire meatloaf with bacon, slightly overlapping each slice.
- Mix the glaze ingredients and brush generously over the bacon.
- Bake at 190°C / 375°F for about 60–75 minutes, or until the center reaches a safe temperature.
- Brush with additional glaze during the final 15 minutes for a sticky, caramelized finish.
- Rest for 10–15 minutes, then slice and serve. 🥓🧀🔥
