Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Paula Deen Recipe

Indulge in this mouthwatering Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, a Paula Deen classic from the May/June 2006 edition of "Cooking with Paula Deen" magazine! This recipe transforms the beloved burger into a comforting meatloaf, bursting with bacon, cheese, and savory burger flavors. Serve alongside creamy macaroni and cheese for a truly unforgettable meal. Leftovers make amazing cheeseburger melts! Prepare for a flavor explosion that will have your family begging for seconds.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 726.8 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 4.3 (34 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Paula Deen

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How to Make Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Paula Deen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray a 9x5 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, gently combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup and 2 tablespoons yellow mustard.
  5. Stir 1/4 cup of the ketchup mixture into the meat mixture.
  6. Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking dish and shape into a loaf.
  7. Spread the remaining ketchup mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and top with 1 cup French fried onions.
  10. Return to oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

52 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

121g

Carbs

5g

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