Description
Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending savory meatloaf with gooey cheese and vibrant veggies. This hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing potluck option. With layers of flavor and creamy texture, every bite will transport you back to cherished family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup (divided)
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onions, diced bell peppers, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper by hand until just combined.
- Stir in half of the ketchup and transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and drizzle with the remaining ketchup.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until heated through and golden brown on top. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg