Description

Indulge in this Irresistible Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole Recipe a delightful twist on comfort food easy for weeknight dinners

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 cup breadcrumbs (whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives)

2 large eggs

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup green bell pepper, diced

1 cup milk

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

1 cup additional shredded cheese for topping

Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Finely chop onions, green bell pepper, and garlic.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.

In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, sautéed vegetables, eggs, cheese, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and seasoning. Mix well.

Transfer the meat mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.

Bake for 60 minutes, checking halfway through. Cover with foil if the top looks dry.

After 60 minutes, sprinkle additional cheese on top and bake for another 10 minutes until melted and bubbly.

Let rest for 10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
minutes: 10
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 calories
Sugar: 0 grams
Fat: 20 grams
Saturated Fat: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 30 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Protein: 25 grams