Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in cheddar cheese, cream cheese, jalapeños, ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use pepper jack cheese for extra heat.
- Leave some jalapeño seeds for spicier flavor, or omit jalapeños for a milder version.
- Combine beef with ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Wrap and freeze for up to 3 months, either raw or cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60–70 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
