Soul Food Saturday

Have you ever had one of those evenings that you've already planned out dinner but, you're craving something else entirely? Well tonight that's exactly what happened to me. So why not turn my plain meatloaf into a cheeseburger? Yep, I said it....Cheese burger!!!! And since we're going there, why not add bacon too? Grab an extra napkin because remember; cheeseburgers are messy good!!!

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

2 lbs. ground beef

1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 c. Shredded asiago cheese

1/4 c. tomato sauce

1 tbs. granulated garlic

1/2 tbs. Salt

1 tbs. dried parsley

1 tbs. red pepper flakes

1 tbs.olive oil

6 slices bacon

In a medium pan add oil and onions. Cook until onions are clear and softened. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl; add ground beef break up completely so all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add cheese, tomato sauce, garlic, salt, parsley, red pepper. Mix to combine. Transfer mixture into large lasagna pan (13x9) pat down to even out meat. Lay bacon across the meat lengthwise. Place in 450 degree oven for 15 minutes. Then lower heat to 350 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes or until done. Weather you serve this with slaw or french fries your sure to have a few favorite, enjoy!