Philadelphia Cheese Meatloaf

Philadelphia cheese meatloaf is a delicious variation of the classic meatloaf recipe that incorporates Philadelphia cream cheese. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds ground beef (you can also use a mix of ground beef and pork)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 package (8 oz) Philadelphia cream cheese, softened

Glaze:

• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Meat Mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly.
3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In another bowl, mix the softened Philadelphia cream cheese until it’s smooth and easy to spread.
4. Assemble the Meatloaf:
   • Take half of the meat mixture and press it into the bottom of a loaf pan, making a well in the center. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly into the well.
5. Finish Assembling:
   • Cover the cream cheese with the remaining meat mixture, pressing the edges to seal.
6. Make the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
7. Bake:
   • Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F or 70°C).
8. Rest and Serve:
   • Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the juices redistribute and makes it easier to slice neatly.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve slices of the Philadelphia cheese meatloaf with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a classic comforting meal.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated for another meal.

Enjoy your delicious Philadelphia cheese meatloaf!