Elevate the humble meatloaf with a spicy and tangy twist! Creamy goat cheese and fiery habanero peppers are nestled within a savory ground sirloin mixture, creating a flavor explosion in every slice. This is not your grandma's meatloaf – prepare for a culinary adventure!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
20 g
Cholesterol
109 mg
Fiber
3 g
Protein
25 g
Saturated Fat
11 g
Sodium
468 mg
Sugar
6 g
Fat
21 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground sirloin, diced tomato, diced mushrooms, diced green bell pepper, diced red bell pepper, diced orange bell pepper, minced garlic, sliced green onions, 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, beaten egg, chopped cilantro, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with your hands until just combined – avoid overmixing. (10 minutes)
03
Step
Shape the mixture into a loaf approximately the size of your loaf pan. Create a channel down the center of the loaf. (5 minutes)
04
Step
Carefully fill the channel with the softened goat cheese and diced habanero pepper, ensuring an even distribution. Gently roll the meatloaf over to enclose the filling, sealing the edges. (5 minutes)
05
Step
Place the loaf into a loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs evenly over the top. Arrange the Cheddar cheese slices around the edges of the pan and top of the loaf. Garnish the top of the loaf with jalapeno pepper slices. (5 minutes)
06
Step
Bake in the preheated oven until the meatloaf is cooked through and a thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), approximately 1 hour. (60 minutes)
07
Step
Remove from the oven and let rest for 7-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meatloaf. (10 minutes)
For a less spicy meatloaf, consider using a milder chili pepper like a poblano or serrano instead of the habanero.
To prevent the meatloaf from sticking to the pan, lightly grease the loaf pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
Serve this meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
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Kayla Schowalter
May 4, 2025I used ground turkey instead of sirloin, and it was still delicious.
Pamela Gutmann
Mar 28, 2025I'm not a huge meatloaf fan, but this one converted me!
Roosevelt Watsica
Mar 19, 2025The cheese crust around the edges was amazing!
Markus Stoltenbergbogan
Mar 11, 2025I added a tablespoon of sriracha to the meat mixture for an extra layer of heat.
Sophie Green
Feb 22, 2025The resting period is crucial! Don't skip it.
Letha Legros
Feb 6, 2025Be careful when dicing the habanero – wear gloves!
Isai Kesslerfeeney
Jan 26, 2025This recipe is a game changer.
Wilmer Rolfson
Jan 22, 2025I was a little scared of the habanero, but it added the perfect amount of spice. My family devoured it!
Nakia Krajcik
Jan 19, 2025Wow, this meatloaf has some serious kick! I loved the combination of the creamy goat cheese with the habanero heat.
Reyes Ohara
Dec 25, 2024Definitely a crowd-pleaser! I made it for a potluck, and everyone raved about it.