#meatloaf

This Jalapeno Jack Meatloaf is packed with flavor from spicy jalapenos and tangy pepper jack cheese. The creamy mushroom sauce adds richness and depth to the dish, making it a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 cup breadcrumbs. 1/2 cup diced onion. 1/4 cup diced jalapeno peppers. 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese. 1/2 cup milk. 1 egg. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tbsp olive oil. 1 cup sliced mushrooms. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup heavy cream. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1/2 tsp paprika. 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F. Add the onion, pepper jack cheese, milk, egg, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Then add the ground beef and mix everything together until it's well mixed. Shape the dough into a loaf and set it on a baking dish that has been greased. After the oven is hot, bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the food is fully cooked. In the meantime, put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium heat. Put in the garlic and mushrooms. Saut for about 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are soft. Add the thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir them in. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce gets a little thicker. On top of the meatloaf slices, serve with mushroom sauce that is thick and creamy. Add fresh parsley as a garnish. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes