Description
Indulge in the satisfying flavors of Cowboy Meatloaf, a hearty dish that combines ground beef, pinto beans, and melty cheddar cheese, all smothered in tangy BBQ sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, delivering comfort food at its finest. With its savory blend of ingredients and cheesy center, Cowboy Meatloaf is sure to become a favorite in your household. Serve it with classic sides like mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete meal that pleases everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup canned pinto beans (drained, rinsed)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (divided)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and green pepper in vegetable oil until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled vegetables with ground beef, eggs, pinto beans, breadcrumbs, ½ cup BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Transfer half of the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, creating a shallow trench down the middle. Fill with shredded cheese and cover with the remaining meat mixture.
- Brush the top with ¼ cup of BBQ sauce and bake for 40 minutes. Brush with remaining BBQ sauce and return to bake for another 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Allow resting for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg