Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf (Printable View)
Cheesy jalapeno-stuffed meatloaf with crisp bacon and bold flavors in every slice.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meat and Eggs
01 -
2 pounds lean ground beef
02 -
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
→ Vegetables and Seasonings
03 -
2/3 cup diced onion
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
07 -
2 to 3 jalapenos, seeded and diced
→ Dairy
08 -
3/4 cup milk
09 -
8 ounces cream cheese, cut into long, thin pieces
→ Bread
10 -
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
→ Condiments and Toppings
11 -
1/2 cup ketchup
12 -
5 slices bacon, cut in half
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
02 -
In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground beef, diced onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, seasoned salt, black pepper, and dried basil until evenly combined.
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Press half the meat mixture into a 9×5-inch rectangle on the prepared baking sheet.
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Arrange cream cheese and diced jalapenos lengthwise down the center of the meat layer.
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Cover filling with the remaining meat mixture, pressing along the edges to enclose the cream cheese and jalapenos completely.
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Evenly brush the top and sides of the meatloaf with ketchup. Lay bacon halves side by side over the surface.
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Place in preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Allow meatloaf to cool on the baking sheet for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Supplementary Details:
01 -
Using lean ground beef helps reduce excess fat during baking. For extra flavor, try smoking the jalapenos before adding them to the filling.