Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Cheddar Cheese
Try our Cheddar Cheese Meatloaf with Bacon & Potatoes – a savory, make-ahead meal that's perfect for tonight's dinner
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- plastic wrap
- zip-lock bag for freezing,
- an ovenproof dish
- optional meat thermometer for precise cooking
Ingredients
Meatloaf:
- 900 g of extra lean ground beef
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1 onion grated or chopped into small pieces
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning or your choice of dried or fresh herbs
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- Salt to taste approximately 1 tablespoons
- 200 grams of cheddar cheese feel free to add more if you love cheese
- 10 thin slices of bacon
Potatoes
- 500 g Baby potatoes as many as desired
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning for potatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the extra lean ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, grated/chopped onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, milk, and salt. Use your hands to mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Shape the Meatloaf: Lay out two sheets of plastic wrap on a clean surface to create a larger working area. Form the meat mixture into a rectangle on the plastic wrap, using a picture as reference. Make it as even as possible.
- Add the Cheddar Cheese: Place the cheddar cheese in the middle of the meat rectangle. Close the log by folding the meat over the cheese, then use the plastic wrap to tightly shape it into a log. You can adjust the length of the log if needed.
- Wrap with Bacon: Carefully remove the plastic wrap and then wrap each slice of bacon around the meatloaf log. You may need to tuck any excess bacon underneath the log.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Toss the baby potatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Season with salt according to your preference.
- Bake: Place the meatloaf and potatoes into an ovenproof dish. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) and the bacon is crispy. You can use a meat thermometer to check the meatloaf's temperature.
- Serve: Once done, remove the dish from the oven. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing the meatloaf into portions. Serve with the roasted potatoes on the side.
Notes
please note calories provided are only an estimate