Gourmet Cheesy Meatloaf Delight

Creating a gourmet cheesy meatloaf delight involves elevating the classic meatloaf recipe with high-quality ingredients and extra layers of flavor. Here’s a recipe to make it:Ingredients:

For the meatloaf:

• 1 lb (about 450g) ground beef (preferably lean)
• 1/2 lb (about 225g) ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the glaze:

• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

For the filling:

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped parsley, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the ingredients for the glaze: ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
4. Divide the meatloaf mixture in half. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan, creating an even layer.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meatloaf layer, followed by the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and chopped basil.
6. Press the remaining half of the meatloaf mixture evenly on top of the filling, sealing the edges to encase the filling.
7. Brush the top of the meatloaf with the prepared glaze, covering it evenly.
8. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the top is golden brown.
9. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
10. Slice the gourmet cheesy meatloaf delight and serve hot, garnished with additional chopped fresh basil if desired.

Enjoy your gourmet cheesy meatloaf delight, packed with savory flavors and gooey cheese filling!