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Cheesy Smoked Meatloaf

How to make Cheesy Smoked Meatloaf on Traeger

Welcome to a yummy experience where smoky flavors meet gooey cheese, and a hearty classic gets a fun twist.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 469 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Traeger grill
  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 loaf pan
  • 1 Plastic wrap

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • ¾ cup bread crumbs or oatmeal for gluten free
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 8 oz cheese Swiss, mozzarella, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese
  • BBQ sauce for brushing

Instructions
 

  • Heat Traeger grill up to 250 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onions, breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, eggs, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, parsley and oregano. Mix well.
  • Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap (don't worry, this gets removed).
  • Scoop half of the meat mixture into the plastic-lined loaf and pat it down well.
  • Place the cheese in the middle of the meatloaf and press it down.
  • Pack remaining meat around and on top of cheese and pat it down really well to make sure the cheese is sealed in.
  • Invert the loaf pan onto the smoker rack and quickly remove the plastic and the pan.
  • Insert the temperature probe into the meat making sure you're not hitting the cheese. Smoke for 2-3 hours until internal temperature reads 165 degrees F.
  • At this point, brush top of the meatloaf heavily with your favorite BBQ sauce and let that smoke for another 20-30 minutes.
  • Transfer the meatloaf to a cutting board and cut into slices and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Slice after letting it rest 5–10 minutes to keep juices in.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 29gFat: 34gSodium: 1061mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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