Easy Layered Meat Loaf

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Layered Meat Loaf—a flavorful twist on a classic family favorite. Packed with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, this meatloaf is elevated by a rich, gooey layer of cheddar cheese hidden inside. The tender loaf is seasoned with garlic, onion, and parsley, then topped with a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep with minimal ingredients, this irresistibly cheesy and hearty dish is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3

Divide the meat mixture into two equal portions.

Step 4

Press half of the meat mixture into the loaf pan, spreading it evenly to form the first layer.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the first layer of meat, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent the cheese from oozing out.

Step 6

Top with the remaining meat mixture, pressing gently to seal the edges and encase the cheese layer.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to create the glaze.

Step 8

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf.

Step 9

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 160°F (70°C) on a meat thermometer.

Step 10

Remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1240.7 grams (1240.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2707

Total Fat 176.20g	226%
Saturated Fat 77.20g	386%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 851mg	284%
Sodium 5275mg	229%
Total Carbohydrate 111.70g	41%
Dietary Fiber 4.10g	15%
Total Sugars 52.20g
Protein 181.30g	363%

Vitamin D 81IU	403%
Calcium 1120mg	86%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 1636mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 16.2%