Cheesy Beef & Bacon Burger Meatloaf

By carvalhohm

Bacon gives this classic meatloaf all the satisfying flavor it needs, and combines with mayo, mustard, catsup, and cheddar for that American cheeseburger effect.

Ingredients

• 1 pound bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled and divided
• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup catsup
• 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Details

Adapted from gooseberrypatch.typepad.com

Preparation

Step 1

Set aside 1/2 cup bacon for topping.

In a large bowl, combine remaining bacon and other ingredients except catsup, hot sauce and mustard; mix well and set aside.

Mix together catsup, hot sauce and mustard; set aside 3 tablespoons of mixture. Add remaining catsup mixture to beef mixture; blend well. Press into an ungreased 9"x5" loaf pan; spread reserved catsup mixture over top and sprinkle with reserved bacon.

Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 50 to 60 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand 5 to 6 minutes before slicing.

Serves 6 to 8.