Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Ingredients:

1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed buttery crackers)

½ cup ketchup, divided

¼ cup yellow mustard

¼ cup dill pickle relish (optional but tasty)

2 large eggs

½ small onion, finely diced

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

Optional topping: extra cheese, pickles, or crispy onions

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, combine:

Ground beef

¾ cup ketchup

Mustard

Relish

Eggs

Onion

Garlic powder, salt, pepper

Breadcrumbs

Cheddar cheese

3. Mix everything until just combined—don’t overmix or it’ll be tough.

4. Shape into a loaf in the pan or free-form on the baking sheet.

5. Spread remaining ¼ cup ketchup over the top.

6. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F.

7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Top with extra cheese or pickles if desired.