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Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Meatloaf

This meatloaf is amazing in every way. Smoking adds an incredible depth of flavor. The melty cheese in the center puts it over the top!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs 15 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 591 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs ground beef 85% lean
  • ½ lb ground pork
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup tomato sauce divided
  • 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 tablespoon thyme fresh, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian parsley fresh, chopped, plus extra for garnish (optional)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 oz fontina cheese sliced

Instructions

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  1. Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the beef, pork, onions, breadcrumbs, ½ cup tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, parsley, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
  3. Pack half of the mixture into the plastic wrap-lined loaf pan.
  4. Place the cheese pieces in the middle of the meat mixture. Top with the remaining meat and press to compact.
  5. Add wood chips to the wood box and place it in your smoker.
  6. Invert the loaf pan onto a grill pan and carefully remove the meatloaf from the pan. Remove the plastic wrap and discard.
  7. Smoke at 225°F for 3 to 3½ hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the loaf reaches 155 to 165°F.  
  8. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine ½-cup tomato sauce and 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. Brush the mixture all over the meatloaf. Smoke for another 30 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the smoker and let rest for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the meatloaf to a cutting board or platter. Slice and serve at once, with extra sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Notes

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  • You can use all beef, or a combination of beef, pork, and even ground veal. You'll need 2 lbs of ground meat. 
  • After you've inverted the loaf pan and pulled away the plastic wrap, be sure the sides are sealed, especially in the middle where the cheese is. It's okay if some of the cheese oozes out during the smoking process. 
  • Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven or in the microwave. Leftovers make AMAZING sandwiches. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 591kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 200mg (67%) Sodium 785mg (33%) Potassium 681mg (19%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 633IU (13%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 256mg (26%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 591

% Daily Value*

Calories 591kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 200mg 67%
Sodium 785mg 33%
Potassium 681mg 14%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 633IU 13%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 256mg 26%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.