How can you make a dinner staple like a meatloaf even better? Add cheese of course! This flavorful easy Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is packed with ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, making this a family-friendly recipe you’ll turn to again and again!
Growing up I didn’t know that you could have meatloaf that wasn’t stuffed full of cheese, it was just the way my mom always made it. Fast forward to marriage and the first time I made this delicious mozzarella meatloaf recipe my husband couldn’t stop gushing about it!
Adding Vegetables to this Meatloaf Recipe
There is a lot of wiggle room in this meatloaf recipe! My mom loved to add chopped veggies in the meatloaf. You can use any moist vegetable that is finely chopped: bell peppers, carrots, zucchini whatever you have on hand!
Why Does Meatloaf Fall Apart?
In order for your meatloaf recipe to stay together, you need to include enough binders such as egg and breadcrumbs. Too little and you’ll end up with crumbly meatloaf. Meatloaf will also fall apart if it is overcooked.
Why is My Meatloaf Pink?
The color of the meatloaf doesn’t tell you if it is fully cooked. Meatloaf must be cooked to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. So long as you use a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached this temperature, it is safe to eat your meatloaf even if a little pink.
What Kind of Cheese Can I Use for Stuffed Meatloaf?
I prefer mozzarella cheese for my stuffed meatloaf because it’s perfect melting but you can use your favorites. Cheddar, gouda, provolone, pepper jack, and havarti cheeses would all taste wonderful in this recipe!
How to Make Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf
This recipe is so simple! Simply mix the ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, a little milk and spices. Divide the meatloaf into half and press half into the loaf pan. Place the cheese over top of the meat then add the rest of the meat and press down.
An hour in the oven bakes it up perfectly and you’ll never guess the ooey-gooey goodness waiting just below the surface!
Do I Have to Glaze Meatloaf?
No! I actually don’t glaze my meatloaf at all. If you do want a glaze I recommend combining 4 tablespoons of ketchup, 2.5 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1.5 teaspoons of lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon of dry mustard in a small bowl. Brush over the meatloaf the last ten minutes of cooking.
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Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: main course
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
How can you make a dinner staple like a meatloaf even better? Add cheese of course! This flavorful easy Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is packed with ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, making this a family-friendly recipe you’ll turn to again and again!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ⅓ cup milk
- 8 ounce mozzarella cheese, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly spray a 9 by 13 pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, spices and milk. Knead with hands until combined.
- Divide the meatloaf in half. Press one half into the prepared pan.
- Place the cheese down the center of the meat. Top with remaining beef and press down to seal sides.
- Bake for one hour in preheated oven.
- Let rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Meat should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit when fully cooked. If the temperature is reached it is ok if slightly pink in color.
- Lean ground beef is preferred. Higher fat percentage beef will cause there to be grease in the pan after baking, pour off before slicing if necessary.
Keywords: cheese stuffed meatloaf
Family loved it!
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