Gouda Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

This low-carb gouda cheese stuffed meatloaf recipe of beef, pork, and a delicious sauce is the ultimate comfort food and is sure to become a family favorite. It’s one of those great recipes that only requires a few ingredients.

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Delicious Gouda Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

This delicious dinner is easy to put together with simple ingredients you’re likely to have at hand. The use of Gouda cheese will take your meatloaf cooking to a whole new level. You can purchase this in 6 oz solid pieces, then cut into sticks for inside the meatloaf and shred them for the sauce. The pre-sliced version also works well.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ground meat: I use mostly lean ground beef mixed with a little ground pork. The pork helps the meatloaf mixture hold together while giving it extra flavor.

Gouda cheese: You can buy this in many different varieties. Young gouda gives a sweet, mild flavor, while aged gouda is nutty with some tanginess. Smoked gouda cheese works great too.

If there’s none available near you, you could substitute the gouda with different types of cheese, such as mozzarella cheese, cream cheese or even Monterey Jack.

Onion – Minced onion helps fill out the mixture while providing a delicious savory flavor.

Minced Garlic: An essential addition to most meals and incredibly good for you.

Worcestershire sauce: The acidity of this special sauce will make the flavors of your meatloaf pop!

Egg: helps to bind the meatloaf together.

Ketchup:  I use sugar free ketchup to enhance the flavors.                                                                        

Seasonings: In addition to the standard salt and pepper seasonings, you could try adding Italian seasoning or perhaps even Greek seasoning.

Sauce: Gouda cheese, unsalted butter, cream cheese and beef broth.

Check out this link for more info on Gouda Cheese.

Prepping the Gouda

Firstly, cut off six sticks from your solid piece of Gouda. You can use the presliced version, just stack 6 slices and cut into strips.

Shred the rest of the gouda for the sauce. You need about 1/2 cup. If you don’t have a grater, you can chop into small cubes with a knife.

How to Make the Best Gouda Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

1. Combine the ground meat and other ingredients in a large bowl to form a meatloaf mixture.
2. Once the ingredients are thoroughly combined, divide the mixture into two equal parts.
3. Next, add the layers of ingredients to the baking pan. First, place half of the mixture into the bottom of your pan to form an even layer. Next, add in the cheese sticks, as seen in the photo below. Finally, add the remaining meat mixture to the top.
4. Place in a preheated oven and bake for about 45-50  minutes at 375 F. Place some aluminum foil on top if your meatloaf starts burning.
5. While baking the meatloaf, make the sauce. Add the sauce ingredients to a pan and cook on medium heat. Be sure to keep whisking, so the sauce doesn’t burn!
6. Once everything is cooked, serve your meatloaf sliced with the thick cheese sauce drizzled on top. To finish, garnish with fresh parsley.

How to Store Meatloaf

Let the meatloaf rest and cool to room temperature before putting it in the fridge. Remember to put it in an airtight container or wrap it with cling film. It should last up to 3 days in the fridge.

Alternatively, your meatloaf can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer safe ziploc bag.

FAQs for Meatloaf 

How can you check if meatloaf is done?

A great trick is to use an instant-read meat thermometer. Place the thermometer in the middle of the meatloaf and check the reading. The internal temperature of your meatloaf should be at least 160 F.

Another option is to use a fork. You should have a tender meatloaf, so if you’re able to pierce the meatloaf easily with a fork and don’t notice any red juices, your meatloaf is fully cooked. If it’s still a little pink, it needs more time in the oven.

What can I add to the meatloaf?

If you’re worried about a bland meatloaf or looking for a different flavor, you can add ham slices or even bacon slices to the top of the meatloaf.

Another thing to try is shredded cheese or parmesan cheese if you’re feeling adventurous. Add it to the top for the last 10 minutes of baking, and it should melt to provide a delicious brown color to the top of your loaf.

What equipment do I need to make meatloaf?

Mainly, you need a rectangular shape 9×5-inch loaf pan. It’s always good to have a large knife and make sure it’s nice and sharp. For the cheese sauce, a grater will save you time if using block cheese.

What can I serve on the side with meatloaf?

There are a lot of choices when it comes to what to have as a meatloaf side dish:

• A side salad
• Veggies, such as broccoli sprout or green beans.
• You’ll love our Cauliflower Mash.

What if my meatloaf mixture is too wet?

A great trick for any meat mixture is to add some low carb bread crumbs if it’s too wet. Alternatively, if it’s too dry, try adding some egg whites to your mixture.

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