Taco Meatloaf

Name: Taco Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1 cup mild enchilada sauce, divided; 1 ounce taco seasoning mix; 1 small bell pepper, finely diced; 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced; 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced; 1 egg, beaten; 3/4 cup shredded mexican cheese; sliced jalapeno, for garnish; chopped cilantro, for garnish

Submitted by Arlyn Osborne

"This meatloaf is bursting with Mexican flavors and is extra delicious when served alongside tortillas or rice and beans."

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Ready In:: 1hr 30mins
Ingredients:: 11
Serves:: 6

ingredients

1 ¹⁄₂ lbs ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup mild enchilada sauce, divided
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 small bell pepper, finely diced
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
¹⁄₂ yellow onion, finely diced
1 egg, beaten
³⁄₄ cup shredded mexican cheese
sliced jalapeno, for garnish
chopped cilantro, for garnish

directions

Preheat oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Add the beef, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, bell pepper, jalapeño, onion, and egg to a large bowl. Mix to combine.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape into an 8x4 inch loaf. Bake for 1 hour.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven. Brush all over with remaining 1/4 cup enchilada sauce. Top with the shredded cheese.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Transfer to a serving platter and top sliced jalapenos and cilantro.