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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf: Comfort Food with a Kick

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf combines comfort food with a kick, featuring creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and crispy bacon for a zero-carb delight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef or ground turkey
  • 2 pcs Jalapeños adjust to taste
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or ricotta
  • 1 tbsp Smoky Paprika or regular paprika
  • 6 slices Bacon or turkey bacon
  • 2 pcs Eggs can replace with flaxseed for vegan
  • 1 cup Almond Flour for low-carb
  • to taste Salt & Pepper season to taste

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by preparing your ingredients for the Spicy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf. Chop the jalapeños into small pieces and crumble the bacon to achieve a great blend of flavors.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the chopped jalapeños and crumbled bacon, ensuring everything is well distributed.
  3. Next, blend in the creamy elements to bring moisture to your meatloaf. Add the cream cheese, eggs, smoky paprika, and almond flour to the meat mixture.
  4. Use a spatula or your hands to combine everything thoroughly, creating a cohesive mixture that holds together nicely.
  5. Now it’s time to enhance the flavor of your meatloaf. Sprinkle in salt and pepper according to your taste, mixing well.
  6. Once your mixture is well combined, it’s time to shape it into a loaf. On a lightly greased baking dish, form the meat mixture into a loaf shape, about 2 inches thick.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the formed meatloaf in the oven to bake for 60-70 minutes.
  8. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; the Spicy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) when it's perfectly cooked.
  9. After baking, allow the meatloaf to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This meatloaf is best served with a simple salad or roasted veggies. Adjust jalapeño heat level and cheese varieties as desired.

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