Best 7 Pepper Jack Meat Loaf Recipes

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**Pepper Jack Meatloaf: A Flavorful and Savory Dish for Any Occasion**

Loaded with bold flavors and a tender, juicy texture, Pepper Jack Meatloaf is a must-try dish that's perfect for any occasion. This savory meatloaf combines ground beef, pork, and a blend of spices, along with the spicy kick of pepper jack cheese, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal. Served with a rich and tangy sauce, this meatloaf is sure to impress your family and friends. Additionally, the article offers variations of the classic recipe, including a zesty Salsa Meatloaf, a hearty Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf, and a unique Turkey Meatloaf, each with its own distinct taste profile. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delicious Pepper Jack Meatloaf recipes!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PEPPER JACK MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Pepper Jack Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RedSoxsNation 33fan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup of chopped onion
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 -1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In large bowl combine the egg, bread crumbs, onion, salt and pepper.
  • Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  • In a 8x4-inch greased pan press half of the beef mixture onto the bottom and halfway up the sides.
  • Sprinkle 3/4 of a cup of cheese over meat within 1/2 in of sides.
  • Pat remaining beef mixture over cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 50 - 55 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 97.1, Sodium 708.6, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 23.7

PEPPERJACK MEATLOAF



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Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Meatloafs

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 c crushed and seasoned pork rinds
1 cup (4 ounces) pepper jack cheese, divided
1 cup salsa, optional

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the egg, seasoned pork rinds , onion, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press half of the beef mixture onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of a greased 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pan. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheese over meat to within 1/2 in. of sides. Pat remaining beef mixture over cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with salsa if desired.

MEXICAN TACO MEATLOAF



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My Mexican grandmother would use leftover corn tortilla chips in our meatloaf and everyone loved it! They all wanted seconds along with the recipe. A delicious Mexican-American comfort food.

Provided by Camille

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
¾ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 small onion, chopped
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup milk
¼ cup mild red taco sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Thoroughly combine beef, tortilla chips, pepper Jack cheese, onion, and taco seasoning in a bowl.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, and taco sauce together in a separate bowl. Add to meat mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Press mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan and top with a strip of taco sauce down the center.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and browned on top, 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 120.2 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 468.4 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

PEPPER-JACK MEATLOAF



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I had some leftover Pepper-Jack cheese from a picnic which we didn't use. My family will not eat this cheese on sandwiches or burger so I thought I'd try making a meat loaf with it. Oh my this was a good combination of ingredients!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Beef

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lb 90% lean ground beef
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/2 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried mexican oregano.
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 c plain dry bread crumbs
1/4 c rolled oats
1 small onion, grated
2 eggs, lightly beaten
5 slice pepper jack cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • 2. In large bowl, thoroughly combine all ingredients except cheese slices.
  • 3. Spray a 2-1/2-Quart Oval Casserole Dish or large loaf pan lightly with cooking spray. Turn meat mixture into casserole and mold into a loaf shape.
  • 4. Bake 1 hour then layer pepper-jack cheese over top and bake for another 10 minutes. Meatloaf should not be pink in center and the juices should show no pink color. Let stand 5 minutes; drain off any grease before slicing.

PEPPER JACK MEAT LOAF RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by Jomamma

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef, turkey or chicken
1 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 cup oatmeal or crumbled saltine cracker
2 eggs
2 cups pepper jack cheese shredded
1/4 cup ketchup
1/8 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a loaf pan. Mix meat, celery, onion, oatmeal or crackers, eggs together well. Press half of the meat mixture into prepared loaf pan. Place cheese over meat mixture. Top with remaining meat mixture and press down to seal. Spread ketchup over top of meat loaf...sprinkle with chili powder, salt and pepper. Bake, covered lightly with foil, for 30 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F, remove cover and continue to bake for 20 minutes or until edges are bubbling and knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let sit for 5 minutes then slice and serve.

PEPPER JACK MEATLOAF



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This Pepper Jack Meatloaf is absolutely delicious. Especially if you like the flavor of Pepper Jack Cheese.

Provided by Chef Rodney

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Egg
1 Cup Seasoned Bread Crumbs
1/4 Cup Yellow Onion (Finely Diced )
1 Tsp Salt
1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
2 lbs Lean Ground Beef
1 Cup Pepper Jack Cheese (Shredded )
Salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 350°F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, onion, salt and pepper.
  • Add the ground beef to the mixture and mix well. Press half of the beef mixture into the bottom of a greased loaf pan. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of the pepper jack cheese over meat to within 1/2 inch of sides. Press remaining beef mixture over cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 50-55 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over meatloaf and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Let meatloaf stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 137 mg, Sodium 866 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEPPER JACK MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Pepper Jack Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs (I use pepperidge farms)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl,combine the egg,bread crumbs,salt and pepper.
  • Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  • Press half the beef mixture onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of a greased 8x4x2 inch loaf pan.
  • Sprinkle 3/4 cup of the cheese over meat to within 1/2 inch of sides.
  • Pat remaining beef mixture over cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 for 50-55 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.9, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 125.9, Sodium 733.3, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 31.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right beef. Ground chuck or ground round are good options because they have a good amount of fat, which helps keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use fresh bread crumbs. Fresh bread crumbs will help keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
  • Add vegetables to the meatloaf mixture. Vegetables like onions, celery, and carrots add flavor and moisture to the meatloaf.
  • Season the meatloaf mixture well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to flavor the meatloaf, such as garlic, onion, paprika, and thyme.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan. This will help the meatloaf hold its shape and cook evenly.
  • Baste the meatloaf with ketchup or barbecue sauce during the last 15 minutes of baking. This will help keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Pepper Jack meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and milk, and is seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs. The meatloaf is then topped with a layer of pepper Jack cheese and baked until cooked through. Pepper Jack meatloaf can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or salad.

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