Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs (up to 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 8 slices cheddar
- 8 slices baked ham
- 8 slices bacon
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, herbs, garlic, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire. Mix well, gradually adding the milk (if it seems too moist, add bread crumbs until it is a consistency that will form a loaf without flattening. Spray a large baking or roasting pan with a non-stick spray and press the meatloaf out. Layer cheese slices and ham, covering the center line of the meatloaf, then close it together and tuck in the ends, forming a loaf which is oblong. Criss-cross the bacon strips to cover the loaf. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the meat thermometer registers 160 degrees F.
Let rest 15 minutes, then cut and serve. Gravy is optional.
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By hfback
Beavercreek, OH
on January 09, 2013
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Without any doubt this is by far the best meatloaf I've ever had.
By KellyTim
Petersburg MI
on September 20, 2012
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I am not a meatloaf fan but this is the BOMB! Very flavorfull....every bite. Would not change a bit!
By trevor5b
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on November 09, 2011
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my family and friends loved this meatloaf. The flavors went togeather so well, it had wonderful flavor. Will make this again enjoyed it much
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