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Lil Cheddar Meat Loaves

I'm always on the lookout for easy, economical family pleasing recipes.  These Lil Cheddar Meat Loaves from Taste of Home are a perfect example of that. 

A pound of  80/20 ground beef is running just under $5 here in New England and most of the other ingredients are pantry staples.  If you don't keep fresh onion on hand you can substitute 2 tablespoons of minced dried onions. 


I revved it up a bit by swapping out half the regular ketchup for jalapeno ketchup. I liked the little zip, but you could also get that by adding a couple drops of sriracha or your favorite hot sauce to the regular ketchup. 

The recipe is easily doubled and after they are baked I move them to a clean cookie sheet, freeze them until solid and then vacuum seal them in portions. One loaf is also the perfect size for a nice sandwich on hearty bread. Thank you so much to Kathy B for sharing her recipe!



Lil Cheddar Meat Loaves

Lil Cheddar Meat Loaves
Author: Jolene's Recipe Journal

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup jalapeno ketchup
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk.
  2. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion and salt.
  3. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  4. Shape into 8 loaves; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves.
  6. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.

Notes:

Source: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/li-l-cheddar-meat-loaves/

Other recipes you may enjoy:

Baked Gnocchi with Bacon, Tomato & Mozzarella

Cider Bacon Chicken

Meatloaf, beef, budget
Dinner, comfort food
American












Comments

Nicole said…
I love these little single portion meatloaves. The flavors sound incredible! I've always thought meatloaves were budget friendly, but your recipe proves it!
January 20, 2022 at 10:37 AM
Samantha said…
Oh fun! I love anything in mini form. Meatloaf is a regular addition to our weekly menu.
January 20, 2022 at 8:22 PM
Hezzi-D said…
Such a great idea to idea to have individual servings.
January 20, 2022 at 9:05 PM
Radha said…
Love this smaller portions and sounds very delicious! Also, love how this is budget friendly!
January 20, 2022 at 10:06 PM
Amy (Savory Moments) said…
Yum!! Meatloaf is one of my favorite meals and I love changing it up sometimes. Really loving the jalapeno ketchup here!
January 23, 2022 at 11:11 AM
Family Around the Table said…
I love small servings and these are so much fun. I've got meatloaf on my menu next week and I think I'll make these instead of my normal recipe.
January 25, 2022 at 1:57 PM

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