Best 3 Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our featured dish, the Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf. This delectable creation masterfully blends the fiery heat of jalapenos with the rich, melty goodness of cheddar cheese, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will ignite your taste buds. Our comprehensive article offers a collection of meticulously crafted recipes, each promising a unique twist on this classic comfort food. From the traditional version to variations featuring bacon, vegetables, and even a tangy barbecue glaze, we've got you covered. Get ready to tantalize your palate and impress your family and friends with these extraordinary Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

JALAPENO POPPER-STUFFED MEATLOAF



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This stuffed meatloaf with cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and jalapenos is kicked up a notch.

Provided by Esther Spurrill-Jones

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
⅔ cup bread crumbs
2 eggs, whisked
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
aluminum foil
3 tablespoons barbeque sauce, or as needed
2 tablespoons grated Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl until combined. Press about 3/4 of the meat mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a loaf pan, leaving a well in the middle.
  • Mix together cream cheese, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, jalapeno peppers, garlic powder, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a separate bowl until combined. Press cream cheese mixture into the well of the meatloaf. Cover with remaining meat mixture, pressing along the edges to seal. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove from the oven, brush with barbeque sauce, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Cheddar. Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place meatloaf under the broiler and cook until barbeque sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 678.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 245.5 mg, Fat 49.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 26.5 g, Sodium 1871 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

JALAPENO MEATLOAF



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Best meatloaf ever. The Jalapeños don't make this hot at all. Just gives a great flavor. This the bacon and sauce is awesome. I like extra sauce to dip .

Provided by Sheila the Great

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely chopped
2 lbs lean ground beef
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 slices bacon
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Saute onion, green pepper, garlic, and jalapeños in the oil.
  • Add the sauted vegetables to hamburger, eggs,flour, salt and pepper. Mix well, I use my hands.
  • put in a baking dish or on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil.
  • drape with bacon.
  • combine ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar. cover the meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered for 1 1/2 hours . Let stand for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 122.9, Sodium 514.6, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 11.2, Protein 25.5

SMOKED CHEDDAR/JALAPENO RANCH MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Smoked Cheddar/Jalapeno Ranch Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsKittyKat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup applewood-smoked bacon, chopped
1 3/4 lbs ground sirloin
3/4 lb ground pork
4 large eggs
1/4 cup minced jalapeno
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon toasted ground Mexican oregano
3/4 cup cubed smoked cheddar cheese
1 cup diced white onion

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Partially cook the bacon in an ovenproof skillet over low heat for 5 minutes.
  • Do not let the bacon get hard.
  • Transfer to a large bowl, add all the other ingredients, and mix very well.
  • Put the mixture back into the skillet or into a standard 8-inch loaf pan and bake for 1 hour.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground beef: 80/20 ground beef is a good choice for meatloaf because it has enough fat to keep it moist without being too greasy.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use a loaf pan that is the right size: A 9x5-inch loaf pan is a good size for this meatloaf recipe.
  • Cook the meatloaf at a moderate temperature: 350 degrees Fahrenheit is a good temperature for cooking meatloaf.
  • Don't overcook the meatloaf: The meatloaf is done when a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Letting the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

This jalapeño cheddar meatloaf is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. By following these tips, you can make the perfect jalapeño cheddar meatloaf every time.

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