CHEDDAR-TOPPED BARBECUE MEAT LOAF

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My family loves the bold barbecue flavor of this tender meat loaf. I love that it's such an easy recipe to prepare in the slow cooker. -David Snodgrass, Columbia, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
1 large green or sweet red pepper, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 envelope onion soup mix
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cut three 18x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on bottom and up sides of a 3-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine eggs, oats, chopped pepper, onion, soup mix, garlic, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into a 7-in. round loaf. Place loaf in center of strips in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low for 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads at least 160°., In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue seasoning and mustard; pour over meat loaf and sprinkle with cheese. Cook, covered, on low until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes. Using foil strips as handles, remove meat loaf to a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 1358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Jere Jonah
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This meatloaf is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Rose McCarty
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This meatloaf is a classic comfort food that my family loves. It's always a hit at potlucks and family gatherings.


Md Nafiul
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I've made this meatloaf several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for busy weeknights.


Quarneria Quarneria
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This meatloaf is so flavorful and moist. The cheddar cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Joey R. (Mississippi)
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I love that this meatloaf can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to have a delicious meal on busy weeknights.


Safi Bawa
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This meatloaf is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kigonya Nadim
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I made this meatloaf for my picky kids, and they actually ate it! That's a win in my book.


Why
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I'm always looking for new meatloaf recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.


Lois Underwood
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This meatloaf is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Sulav Gaming YT
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I made this meatloaf for my husband's birthday dinner, and he loved it! He said it was the best meatloaf he's ever had. I'll definitely be making it again for special occasions.


Sk Asik
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This meatloaf is a classic comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and always a hit with my family. The cheddar cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Fahim Ferdos
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The cheddar cheese topping and the barbecue sauce made it so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again.


Menlike Dagnaw
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This meatloaf is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


X MAN YT
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I made this meatloaf for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the way the barbecue sauce caramelized on top.


TAMOOR ZAFAR
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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal gives it a rich flavor, and the cheddar cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Henry Rosenberg
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I've made this meatloaf several times now, and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out moist and flavorful. The cheddar cheese topping is a must!


Fs Fs
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This meatloaf was a hit with my family! The cheddar cheese topping was the perfect touch, and the barbecue sauce gave it a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.