Cheddary Meatloaf

This is a classic meatloaf recipe with a twist. The salsa and cheese are delicious! Try adding your own favorite ingredients to the old standard — you may come up with something new!

Course lunch, Main Course, sandwich, Vegetable

Cuisine American, Canadian

Keyword cheesy, favorite, hot, meatloaf, simple

Author Firehouse Cooking

Cost $$

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 large white onion diced
2 eggs slightly beaten
3/4 cup salsa
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/4 cup dill relish
1/2 cup dry Italian bread crumbs
6 bacon strips uncooked

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients (except the bacon strips).
Mix well. You’ll find using your hands is the easiest.
Form the meat mixture into a large oblong loaf.
Place in an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Place the strips of bacon across the top of the loaf diagonally.
Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.
Uncover and continue baking another 15 minutes, or until fully cooked.
Let loaf stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.