Smoked Jalapeno and Pepper Jack Cheese Meatloaf

Directions

  1. 1Combine 3 lbs of 85/15 Masita Market ground beef with 2 eggs, about half a box of Stove Top stuffing, pickled jalapeños, cubed pepper jack cheese, and Traeger Tex Mex seasoning.
  2. 2Ball up the mixture for at least a minute to ensure everything is mixed thoroughly.
  3. 3Place the meatloaf on a tin foil-lined baking sheet for easier cleanup.
  4. 4Smoke the meatloaf on a Traeger Woodrich Pro grill at 375°F until the internal temperature reaches 155°F using a meter probe, ensuring no pink remains.
  5. 5After about 15 minutes of cooling down, remove the meter probe and slice the meatloaf.

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs 85/15 Masita Market ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • 0.5 box Stove Top stuffing
  • pickled jalapeños
  • pepper jack, cubed
  • Tex Mex seasoning from Traeger

Equipment

baking sheettin foilTraeger Woodrich Pro grillmeter probe

Tips

  • Use a baking sheet with tin foil for easier cleanup.
  • Ball up the meatloaf mixture for at least a minute to ensure everything is mixed thoroughly.
  • Do not sauce the meatloaf during smoking to add other flavors later.
  • Allow the meatloaf to cool down for about 15 minutes before slicing.