Description
Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Meatloaf. Is the ultimate comfort food. With a twist. Imagine cutting. Into a perfectly baked meatloaf. To reveal a surprise filling of creamy, melted cream cheese. And spicy jalapenos. Topped with crispy bacon. This dish brings the best of both worldsβcomforting meatloaf. And the fun, zesty flavors of jalapeno poppers. Itβs easy to make. And packs bold flavors. In every bite. Making it a hit. For family dinners. Or gatherings.
Ingredients
2 lbs of lean ground beef
2/3 c finely chopped onion
2 large eggs, beaten lightly
1 c dry bread crumbs
3/4 c milk
1 tsp seasoning salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp dried basil
8 oz. cream cheese, sliced into long, thin strips
2 to 3 jalapeΓ±os, seeded and chopped
1/2 c ketchup
5 slices of bacon, halved
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F. And line a baking sheet. With aluminum foil.
In a large mixing bowl. Combine the first 8 ingredients. And mix. Until fully blended.
On the prepared baking sheet. Form half of the beef mixture. Into a 9×5-inch rectangle.
Lay the cream cheese. And jalapeΓ±o slices. In a line down. The center of the meat.
Take the remaining beef mixture. And cover the filling. Making sure to press along the edges. To seal everything securely.
Brush the meatloaf. With ketchup. On all sides.
Arrange the bacon slices. Evenly across the top. Of the meatloaf.
Bake for 60-70 minutes. Or until cooked through.
Allow it to rest. For 10-15 minutes. Before slicing. And serving.
Notes
Making this meatloaf gluten-free is simple! Just swap out the regular breadcrumbs. For your favorite gluten-free alternative. Everything else in the recipe. Is naturally gluten-free. So with this easy switch. You can enjoy all the cheesy, spicy goodness of the jalapeno popper meatloaf. Without worry. Itβs a delicious, gluten-free meal. That doesnβt compromise on flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
