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Taco Meatloaf

Contributed By: md1019
md1019

A new twist to the classic favorite, this easy meatloaf is tasty and fun!

Ingredients

1 lb. Ground beef

1 Egg

1/2 cup Cheddar cheese cracker crumbs (like Goldfish)

1 pkg. Taco seasoning

3-4 slices American Cheese

Salsa

Preparation

Combine hamburger, egg, cracker crumbs, and taco seasoning and mix well. Place half of the meat mixture into loaf pan. Place 3 slices of cheese then top off with remaining meat mixture. Cover top with generous amount of salsa and bake in 375-degree oven for about 35 min. Remove from oven and top with cheese if desired then return to oven for apx. 10 more min. or until done.

Cook's Notes

I find that creating a 'well' for the cheese in the first layer of meat then sealing the sides well after placing the remaining meat on top helps to keep the cheese from escaping during the cooking process.

Recipe Comments

Commented by: mermer

This is a go-to favorite at our house! Our girls love it and we almost always have the ingredients on hand. A little fresh cilantro is a great addition.

 

Commented by: alexceyr

same reaction. My girls loved it and they are picky sometimes. I used regular tomato sauce on half for the girls and picante sauce on the other side for mom and dad. Served with broccoli and peas/carrots.

 

Commented by: mrsgarza

This is my first Meatloaf dinner I've made and It was great!! It took a little longer to bake but it was fantastic. I cooked with spanish rice and mexicorn.

 

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Beef
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Kids can help make it
Kids can help make it
Make Ahead
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 240
Total Fat: 16.5 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Protein: 18 g
Calcium: 93 mg