Little Cheddar Meatloaves

These little cheddar meatloaves are the kind of meal that feels like home. They’re simple to make, perfectly portioned, and packed with savory, cheesy goodness. Whether you’re feeding the family or serving up a comforting dish for friends, these mini meatloaves are always a hit. Bring them to your next church potluck since they’re an easy to make crowd pleaser.

With every bite, they bring warmth and satisfaction to the table, making them a meal everyone will look forward to. Leftovers—if there are any—make for a delicious lunch the next day.

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Little Cheddar Meatloaves

This meat recipe, served with potatoes and a veggie makes many a complete meal for our family.

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Cook Time 1

Ingredients

Meatloaves

2 lbs ground beef (I often use 1lb venison and 1 lb beef since my family isn't keen on venison on its own and this recipe hides the gamey flavor of venison well.)
1 cup finely chopped onion
1-2 cups shredded cheese (cheese can be expensive and I have halved the cheese and still gotten rave reviews, our favorites are cheddar and gouda although I have used just about any kind with success)
1 cup oats quick or rolled
2 eggs
1.5 cups milk

Sauce

1.5 cups ketchup
1 cup brown sugar
3 tsp prepared mustard
1/2 tsp liquid smoke optional

Instructions

Mix all meatloaves ingredients together and form however your family prefers, our favorite way is to shape them into individual sized ‘meat balls’ using a 1/2 or 3/4 cup measuring cup. (They bake faster this way too) I have successfully done this as a ‘meatloaf’ too.
After you have your meat shaped and in a baking dish pour sauce over top and bake at 350F for an hour or cover and pop them into the freezer for a later date!