Best 8 Makeover Lil Cheddar Meat Loaves Recipes
When it comes to quick and easy comfort food, few dishes hit the spot quite like a meatloaf. These simply seasoned ground beef loaves are a staple in many households, and for good reason. They're relatively inexpensive to make, can be tailored to suit a variety of tastes, and are a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables. The traditional rendition of this classic is great. But these makeover lil cheddar meat loaves have a secret ingredient that makes them extra special: cheese! That's right, this version gets a cheesy makeover with with a generous helping of shredded cheddar cheese mixed into the meatloaf mixture, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf that's sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times since. My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites. -Kathy Bowron, Cocolalla, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 8 loaves; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
INDIVIDUAL CHILI-CHEDDAR MEATLOAVES
This recipe is a "sight for sore eyes," in more ways than one! A traditional long lost comfort food favorite, this lightened version also offers the nutritional benefits of Lycopene (found richly in tomato-based foods), which many researchers believe aids in protecting healthy vision.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 2 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 2. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sautee 3 to 5 minutes or until tender. Combine onion mixture, 2 tablespoons chili sauce, ½ cup cheese and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
- 3. Spoon meat mixture into 4 muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Top evenly with remaining cheese. Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes; top with remaining 2 tablespoons chili sauce. Bake an additional 10 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160°F. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
MAKEOVER LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
My husband loves my mini meat loaves, but this family-favorite recipe wasn't very healthy when I first received it. The Taste of Home Test Kitchen experts slashed the calories and fat while keeping the original's tender and delicious qualities. -Jodie Mitchell, Denver, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg whites and milk. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion, carrot and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into eight loaves; place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LITTLE CHEDDAR MEATLOAVES
Steps:
- In bowl beat egg and milk. Stir in cheese, oats, onions, and salt. Add ground beef and mix well.
- Shape into small loaves. Place in baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 45 min.
- Topping: in bowl combine ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Mix until smooth. Spoon over loaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
LITTLE CHEDDAR MEATLOAVES
Make and share this Little Cheddar Meatloaves recipe from Food.com.
Provided by shortstuff
Categories Meat
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Beat together egg and milk; stir in cheese, oats, onion and salt.
- Add hamburger and mix well.
- Shape into 8 loaves and place in a greased 13x9 pan.
- Combine ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 674.2, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 18.5, Protein 18
MICHELLE'S MARVELOUS MINI MEAT LOAVES
This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe that pairs well with lightly seasoned, oven roasted potatoes and steamed broccoli or a salad.
Provided by stellaaa
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Stir ground beef, onion, oats, Cheddar cheese, milk, egg, and salt together in a bowl; mix well. Divide meat mixture into 8 equal portions and form each into a loaf shape. Place loaves in prepared baking dish.
- Stir ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together in a bowl until smooth. Spread ketchup mixture over meat loaves.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 656.6 mg, Sugar 19.6 g
LIL' CHEDDAR MEATLOAVES
We have given up all other meat loaf recipes for this one. I love the individual servings and every bite has the yummy catsup sauce where in "regular" meat loaf it's just a small strip on top! With the smaller loaves it also makes the cooking time a bit quicker. This recipe came from '99 TOH magazine but I added the rubbed sage for some extra flavor. Enjoy!
Provided by DDW7976
Categories Grains
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the egg and milk.
- Stir in cheese, oats, onion, salt and rubbed sage.
- Add beef and mix well.
- (It will seem runny at first but will thicken up as you mix.) Shape into 8 equal sized loaves (oval/egg shaped) and place in a greased 9X13X2" baking dish.
- Sauce: Combine catsup, brown sugar and mustard.
- Spoon over each loaf so they are all covered in the sauce.
- Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
- For OAMC:.
- To Freeze:Place the meat loaves in the casserole dish (without sauce).
- Wrap with foil and freeze.
- To Reheat: Defrost overnight.
- Mix together the sauce and top each meat loaf with sauce.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink in the center.
- Cooked meat loaves (already topped with sauce) also freeze very well and then can be defrosted and heated in the microwave for a quick meal.
LITTLE MEAT LOAVES
These individual meat loaves are topped with a sweet and tangy sauce. The sausage in this recipe yields a more complex flavor than your standard meat loaf.
Provided by ELIZABETH 45
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cracker crumbs, milk, cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, Italian-style seasoning, garlic salt, ground beef and ground sausage. Mix this together well and form into individual loaves. Place the loaves in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Mix this together well and spoon some of this sauce over each loaf. Garnish each loaf with some Parmesan cheese and seasoning to taste.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 60 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1918.6 mg, Sugar 30.7 g
Tips:
- Use lean ground beef to reduce the fat content of the meatloaf.
- Add some chopped vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or onion, to the meatloaf mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
- Use a variety of seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder, to give the meatloaf a flavorful crust.
- Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Lil' Cheddar Meat Loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and moist meatloaf that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give Lil' Cheddar Meat Loaves a try.
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