Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Slice the meatloaf and serve it warm.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or a simple salad.
