Meatloaf Grilled Cheese Melt
Meatloaf Grilled Cheese Melt layers savory homemade meatloaf and melted pepper jack between buttery grilled bread for a comforting, flavor-packed sandwich—ideal for weeknights or a hearty snack.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp mustard
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce plus a little extra for topping
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ cup minced onion
- ½ cup bread crumbs
For the Sandwiches
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 slices bread your choice
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix ground beef, egg, mustard, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, pepper, onion, and breadcrumbs in a bowl.
- Shape into a loaf, place in a pan, brush with BBQ sauce, cover with foil, and bake for 45 minutes or until internal temp hits 160°F.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 20 minutes, then cut into ¾-inch slices.
- Butter bread slices. In a skillet, layer bread (butter-side down), cheese, meatloaf, more cheese, and another bread slice (butter-side up).
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side over medium heat until golden and cheese is melted.