Carnivore Cheesy Bacon-Topped Meatloaf 🥓🧀🍖

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–55 minutes

🧾 Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese
• 6–8 strips bacon
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
• Salt & black pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray or loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Meat Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined (don’t overmix).

3. Shape the Meatloaf
Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared tray or in a loaf pan.

4. Add Bacon Topping
Lay bacon strips over the top of the meatloaf, slightly overlapping to cover completely.

5. Bake
Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the meat is cooked through and bacon is crispy.

6. Rest & Serve
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve with eggs or butter for a strict carnivore meal
• Pair with a simple side salad (if not strict carnivore)

💡 Tips

• Use fatty beef (80/20) for juiciness
• Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispy bacon
• Add cream cheese inside for a stuffed version