Triple Cheese Bacon Ranch Melt
Triple Cheese Bacon Ranch Melt a savory meatloaf layered with creamy cheeses, crispy bacon, and a zesty ranch drizzle, perfect for comforting family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- ½ lb ground pork or sausage
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 jalapeños finely chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
For the Ranch Drizzle
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- Optional: splash of lime juice or chopped parsley/chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
- Mix ground beef, pork, spices, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper gently.
- Combine cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, and bacon for the filling.
- Layer half the meat, spread the cheese mixture, then top with remaining meat, sealing edges.
- Bake 45–55 minutes until 160°F; let rest 10 minutes.
- Whisk ranch, sour cream, and optional lime/herbs; drizzle over slices before serving.