Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe
**Ingredients:**
– 2 pounds ground beef
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– Extra cheese slices for topping
**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Prepare Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. **Form the Meatloaf:** Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. **Bake:** Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
5. **Add Toppings:** Remove the meatloaf from the oven. Place slices of cheese on top of the meatloaf, followed by the crumbled bacon.
6. **Finish Baking:** Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
7. **Serve:** Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious bacon cheeseburger meatloaf!