Best 10 Triple Cheddar Meatloaf Recipes

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Triple cheddar meatloaf is a meaty, cheesy, and savory dish that is perfect for a hearty dinner. It is made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and is loaded with cheddar cheese. The result is a moist and flavorful meatloaf that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a comforting weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, triple cheddar meatloaf is sure to be a hit. So, grab your apron and fire up the oven, because it's time to make the ultimate triple cheddar meatloaf!

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TRIPLE CHEDDAR SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF



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A shredded triple Cheddar cheese mix gives this moist and juicy slow-cooker meatloaf a distinctly cheeseburger-y appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb. lean ground chicken
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix
1/2 cup water
2 eggs, beaten
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
3/4 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except cheese just until blended. Fold 2 (30-inch-long) pieces of foil lengthwise in half twice. Crisscross pieces on work surface. Top with meat mixture; shape into 8-inch round loaf.
  • Use foil handles to gently lower meatloaf into slow cooker, letting ends of foil hang over top edge of cooker; cover with lid.
  • Cook on HIGH 4 hours or until meatloaf is done (160ºF). Top with cheese. Let stand, covered, 10 min. or until cheese is melted. Use foil handles to lift meatloaf from slow cooker before slicing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 32 g

BACON-CHEDDAR MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pieces bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef chuck
8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
8 ounces sharp cheddar, shredded (2 1/3 cups)
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cook bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, until crispy and fat renders, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving renderings in the skillet. Cook the onions and garlic in the pan drippings until brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk the eggs, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire, cream, salt, and pepper. Add the meat, cheese, parsley, and cooked onion. Chop and add the bacon. Mix with a fork until evenly blended. Whisk the glaze ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Dampen hands with water and on a foil-lined cookie sheet, pat mixture into a loaf shape. Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf registers 155 degrees F, about 1 hour. Spread the glaze onto the meatloaf after about 50 minutes. Let loaf rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calorie, Fat 42 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 38 grams

BEST EVER MEAT LOAF



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The best meat loaf I have ever found. Try it and you will see.

Provided by Matt O

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
⅔ cup milk
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 slices bread, crumbled
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded carrot
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and ground black pepper in a large bowl. Add crumbled bread and stir until dissolved. Mix ground beef, onion, Cheddar cheese, and carrot into bread mixture; transfer mixture to a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Combine brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl; spread over meat mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1227.3 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

MEATLOAF WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE



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Provided by Alex Ward

Categories     dinner, easy, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield Six to eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 extra-large egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dry rosemary leaves
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup ketchup
2 cups canned beef bouillon
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
2 1/2 pounds ground beef (round or sirloin), broken into pieces
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg lightly. Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, parsley, mustard, ketchup and bouillon and mix until well blended. Add the celery, onion and cheese and mix again. Add the ground beef, red pepper and bread crumbs and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf approximately 14 inches long and 3 inches high. Slide the loaf onto a jellyroll pan and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until brown and a crust forms on the outside.
  • Remove from the oven and cut into thick slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 387, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 717 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LITTLE CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES



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These cheesy meat loaf minis are perfect when you're craving meat loaf but don't want to wait a long time for a full-size one to bake. My husband and I just love these served with au gratin or fried potatoes. -Paula Petersen, Granite City, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
TOPPING:
4 teaspoons ketchup
4 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, oats, ketchup and onion. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Coat 4 muffin cups with cooking spray; fill three-fourths full with meat mixture. Spread ketchup over loaves. , Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°, about 5 minutes longer. Let stand for 5 minutes before removing from muffin cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES



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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

1 large egg
3/4 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
2/3 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

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.

SUPER STUFFED MEATLOAF



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Savory meatloaf stuffed with Cheddar cheese and sauteed mushrooms and onions. A can't miss hit with the whole family.

Provided by CleopatrasCat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ⅓ cups dry bread crumbs
1 egg, slightly beaten
½ onion, finely chopped
¼ cup milk
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) package portobello mushroom caps, chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, 1/2 a chopped onion, milk, Worcestershire sauce in a bowl; season with garlic, Italian seasoning, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper. Transfer the meat mixture to a piece of waxed paper or aluminum foil and flatten to a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir yellow onion and mushrooms in melted butter until the onion is translucent and mushrooms soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat to cool.
  • Spread filling mixture into center of meat rectangle. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over filling, leaving a bit of space at one end for easier rolling and sealing. Pick up the edge of the waxed paper or foil to roll the flattened meat into a log around the filling. Seal the ends and seam and place the loaf into a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until oil from the cheese begins to pool, about 30 minutes. Drain oil and continue baking until the meat is no longer pink in the center, about 30 to 60 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 110.2 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 705.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BRI'S CHEDDAR MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf is not like any other meatloaf. You NEVER have to worry that it will be dry. its cheesy, and flavorful. It's one of my families favorites.

Provided by Bri22

Categories     Meat

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs (or plain)
0.75 (16 ounce) jar mild salsa
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, small diced
2 dashes basil
2 dashes oregano
2 dashes onion powder
2 dashes garlic powder
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 egg
shredded cheese, for the top

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except shredded cheese for the top.
  • Form mixture into a loaf pan.
  • spread a very thin layer of ketchup on top.
  • Bake at 375 for about 1 - 1 1/2 hours top with cheese, Bake until cheese melts. if the top looks too cooked cover with foil and reduce heat to 350.

CHEDDAR MEATLOAF



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ahhh....comfort food! Nothing else quite like it! Serve this tasty yet heart healthier meatloaf with baked potato and a tossed green salad!

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 meatloaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs ground turkey breast or 2 lbs ground chicken breast
2 cups soft breadcrumbs, Italian preferred
1 (4 ounce) package low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cup barbecue sauce (spicy factor, your choice)
1/4 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/4 cup egg substitute (Egg Beaters)
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl, combine the ground turkey breast, bread crumbs, celery, onion, salt, pepper, 2/3 CUP of the cheddar cheese, 1/2 CUP of the BBQ sauce and the egg.
  • Shape into a round loaf in an ungreased shallow baking pan; Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 45 minutes.
  • Brush the meatloaf with the remaining 1/4 CUP of the BBQ sauce.
  • Bake 15 more minutes; Remove from oven and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Let the loaf 'settle' and the cheese melt before serving.

BARBECUE-BACON CHEESEBURGER MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Change up the meatloaf routine with our Barbecue-Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe! It only takes 15 minutes of prep time to make this tangy cheeseburger meatloaf recipe.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided
1/2 cup BULL'S-EYE Original Barbecue Sauce, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix meat, egg, bread crumbs, bacon bits, 1-1/4 cups cheese and 6 Tbsp. barbecue sauce just until blended.
  • Shape into oval loaf in 13x9-inch pan.
  • Bake 45 min. or until meatloaf is done (160ºF). Spread top of meatloaf with remaining barbecue sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 21 g

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, form the meatloaf mixture into a compact and uniform loaf shape. This will help it cook evenly throughout.
  • The combination of ground beef, ground pork, and ground veal creates a well-balanced and flavorful meatloaf. Feel free to adjust the proportions of each type of meat to suit your preference.
  • Using a variety of seasonings, including garlic, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme, adds depth and complexity to the meatloaf's flavor.
  • The addition of grated cheddar cheese to the meatloaf mixture provides a gooey and flavorful center that adds richness and indulgence.
  • Wrapping the meatloaf in bacon slices before baking enhances the flavor and adds a crispy, savory crust.
  • To prevent the meatloaf from drying out, place a pan of water on the bottom rack of the oven during baking. This will create a humid environment that helps keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the loaf, resulting in a more flavorful and tender meatloaf.

Conclusion:

The Triple Cheddar Meatloaf is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family meal or special occasion. With its combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, along with a variety of seasonings and three types of cheddar cheese, this meatloaf is packed with flavor. The crispy bacon crust adds an extra layer of deliciousness, while the moist and tender interior ensures that every bite is enjoyable. Whether you serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad, the Triple Cheddar Meatloaf is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful main course, give this recipe a try and experience the ultimate cheese-filled delight.

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