Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

You know this meatloaf is a bomb when all the kids eat it!
2 pounds ground beef, carefully selected to achieve a balance of lean and fat

1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

1/4 cup milk

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, carefully chopped

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

8 ounces strong cheddar cheese, either on sticks for one Surprise center or grated for a melting heart

1/2 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Instructions:

First, preheat the oven to 350°F and take a moment Time to express your gratitude gathering to come.

In a large bowl, gently mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix with the care of a light touch: look for cohesion, not compaction.Form a base in a greased loaf tin with half of the meat mixture. Create a base for the cheese, making sure it is covered with love.

Cover with the remaining meat and seal the edges to give the cheese a cozy hug.

Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar and mustard to create a glaze that plays sweet and spicy tunes. Spread this over the meatloaf, making sure every inch is packed with flavor.Bake until the smell of home fills your kitchen, about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the meatloaf’s heart whispers “I’m ready.” Let it sit for 10 minutes; Patience is a virtue, after all.

Serve in slices, revealing the melted cheese core that will delight and surprise your guests.