I don’t understand people who don’t like meatloaf. I am a huge fan of any scenario where meat gets mixed up with other delicious ingredients and baked in a pan! It’s why I go out of my way to make things like cheeseburger meatloaf or balsamic bacon meatloaf and why I’m always on the lookout for some new way to reinvent this dish from my childhood. Which is why were here, whipping up this recipe for Southwestern taco meatloaf!
Serve it up with our Kale Caesar Pasta Salad or Creamy Corn with Bacon and be sure and let me know what you think of our newest meatloaf recipe!
Start by mixing together all of your meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl.
If you want an added kick of Tex-Mex, add some drained black beans and thawed frozen corn in too! We went all out and added them in as well.
Once you mix everything together well enough, transfer the mixture to a baking sheet lined with foil paper and then shape it into a loaf type log. You want to make sure that it’s even in size so that it all cooks evenly.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 1 hr. Carefully remove it from the oven and sprinkle the top with lots of shredded cheese. Return to the oven and cook for about 15 minutes longer.
Once your southwestern taco meatloaf comes out for the last time, sprinkle the top with fresh tomato, pickled jalapeños, and cilantro. It’ll just give it that last finishing touch that you need to take things over the top.
Carefully cut the meatloaf and serve it right away. This would make a great sandwich the next day with lettuce and tomato, or you can break it up a bit and mix it with eggs and make breakfast tacos the next morning.
Need some other dinner inspiration? Try one of our favorite slow cooker soups!
Speaking of dinner, check out our Casseroles Pinterest Board for more hearty supper ideas! It’s loaded with great recipes you need to try ASAP!
Check this video out on how to make the perfect Cucumber Kiwi Mojitos to accompany your Tex-Mex Meatloaf!
