Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
– BBQ sauce for drizzling (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Baking sheet
– Muffin tin (optional)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooking spray or parchment paper
– Tongs or spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Using your hands (I like to use gloves for easier clean-up), gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you don’t want a dense meatloaf! Once mixed, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon for that heavenly cheesy-bacon goodness. (See the next page below to continue steps…)