Description
Indulge in a flavor explosion with our Smoky Bacon Mac & Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf! This comforting twist on a classic combines the rich savoriness of meatloaf with the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese and the smoky, salty bite of bacon. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Meat Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. Add finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape Meatloaf
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or loaf pan. Shape it into a loaf and press firmly to hold its shape.
4. Add Barbecue Sauce
Brush the top of the meatloaf generously with barbecue sauce.
5. Bake the Meatloaf
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
6. Rest the Meatloaf
Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing to let the juices redistribute.
Notes
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives for added color and flavor. Consider serving with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg