Stuffed Meatloaf

Here’s a hearty, flavorful twist on a classic comfort food: Stuffed Meatloaf! It’s juicy ground beef wrapped around a savory filling — cheesy, veggie-packed, or even bacon-laced — and baked to perfection.

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🥩 Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe

Base Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 is ideal)

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup ketchup

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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🧀 Suggested Filling (Cheese & Spinach version):

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• 1 cup fresh spinach (sautéed and drained)

• Optional: 1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon or sautéed mushrooms

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🍅 Topping:

• 1/4 cup ketchup

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp mustard (optional)

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🔧 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or use a loaf pan.

2. Mix meatloaf base: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined — don’t overmix.

3. Shape and stuff:

   • On a piece of parchment or foil, flatten the meat mixture into a rectangle (about 10×14 inches).

   • Spread your filling over the center, leaving a 1-inch border.

   • Carefully roll it up like a jelly roll, sealing the edges and ends tightly.

4. Transfer to baking pan seam-side down. Mix the topping ingredients and spread over the top.

5. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps keep the juices in.

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🔄 Variations:

• Italian-style: Fill with provolone, pepperoni, and marinara.

• BBQ twist: Add BBQ sauce to the topping and cheddar + caramelized onions inside.

• Low-carb: Swap breadcrumbs for almond flour or crushed pork rinds.

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Would you like a slow cooker or air fryer version of this stuffed meatloaf?