BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1/2 cup diced cooked bacon

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cheddar, bacon, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until just combined.

3. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in prepared pan. Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the top.

4. Bake 55–65 minutes, or until meatloaf is cooked through (internal temp 160°F/71°C).

5. Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.