Ingredients
2 pounds lean ground beef
½ cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 packet taco seasoning (¼ cup)
1 cup white onion, finely chopped
4 ounces green chiles, drained
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1½ cups grated cheddar jack cheese (divided into 1 cup and ½ cup)
1 cup salsa (divided in half)
Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, milk, eggs, taco seasoning, onion, green chiles, crushed tortilla chips, garlic, 1 cup of grated cheese, and ½ cup salsa. Use gloved hands to mix the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
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Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan. Top with the remaining ½ cup of salsa.
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Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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Top with the remaining ½ cup grated cheese and return to the oven to bake for about 5 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
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Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
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You can make this ahead by prepping it up to a day in advance and refrigerating. Just bake it the next day.
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For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños or a few dashes of hot sauce to the meat mixture.
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If you want a vegetarian version, use plant-based meat crumbles instead of ground beef.
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You can swap out the cheddar jack cheese for other varieties like Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
