Magnificent Meatloaf 

This hearty and flavorful meatloaf combines ground beef and pork sausage with sautéed vegetables, oats, and a blend of seasonings. Topped with crispy bacon, it's baked to perfection, resulting in a moist and savory dish that's perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.

 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 (12 oz) package bulk pork breakfast sausage

• 6 fresh mushrooms, chopped

• 1 red onion, chopped

• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce

• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1 egg

• ½ cup instant oatmeal

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

• 4 strips bacon

 Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sausage, chopped mushrooms, chopped onion, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, egg, instant oatmeal, garlic powder, black pepper, and shredded Cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.

3. Form Loaf: Transfer the meat mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, shaping it into a loaf.

4. Add Bacon: Place the strips of bacon across the top of the meatloaf.

5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160°F (70°C).

6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!

 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 518 kcal

• Protein: 22 g

• Carbohydrates: 8 g

• Fat: 44 g

• Saturated Fat: 18 g

• Cholesterol: 125 mg

• Sodium: 605 mg

• Potassium: 372 mg

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 2 g

• Vitamin C: 2 mg

• Calcium: 142 mg

• Iron: 3 mg