Description
This Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf recipe combines a classic meatloaf made with ground beef and lean pork, seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and Worcestershire sauce, and is uniquely filled with a delicious cheesy mixture of cheddar or blue cheese. Baked to perfection, it offers a moist and savory main dish perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf
- 3 slices bread, torn into pieces
- 1 cup milk
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ lb ground lean pork
- 1 egg yolk
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
- ¼ teaspoon sage
- ¼ teaspoon celery salt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Cheese Filling
- 1 egg white, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 slices bread, torn into pieces
- 1 cup cheddar cheese or blue cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the meatloaf.
- Prepare Pan: Grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent the meatloaf from sticking and to allow easy removal after baking.
- Make Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, combine the lightly beaten egg white and water, then toss in the torn bread pieces and grated cheese. Mix gently to coat and set aside. This mixture will add a delightful cheesy center inside the meatloaf.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a medium to large bowl, soak the 3 slices of bread in milk until soft. Add the ground beef, ground lean pork, egg yolk, minced onion, salt, pepper, dry mustard, sage, celery salt, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything together thoroughly but gently to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Assemble Meatloaf Base: Divide the meat mixture into two portions. Press one portion evenly into the bottom of the greased loaf pan, creating a solid base layer.
- Add Cheese Filling: Spread the prepared cheese filling evenly on top of the first meat layer, ensuring full coverage for a cheesy surprise in every slice.
- Top with Remaining Meat: Layer the remaining meat mixture over the cheese filling and flatten the surface evenly to match the pan shape.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the meatloaf is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated cheese and fresh breadcrumbs if possible.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking before slicing to retain juices.
- Feel free to substitute pork with veal or turkey for a different flavor profile.
- You can add herbs like parsley or thyme to the meat mixture for extra aroma.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure doneness and food safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 of meatloaf)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
