Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef, lean
- 1 big egg, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 to 2 jalapeños, seeds removed, diced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Black pepper to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 slices beef bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- ½ cup ranch dressing, for drizzling on top
Instructions
- In a big bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, diced jalapeños, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Gently stir in the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crispy beef bacon until evenly mixed.
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing for better hold.
- Warm the ranch dressing and drizzle over the sliced meatloaf right before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a simple salad. Don’t forget extra ranch or hot sauce on the side for those who prefer a spicier kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg