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Dorito Meatloaf Casserole

Dorito Meatloaf Casserole: Comfort Food with a Crunchy Twist

This Dorito Meatloaf Casserole combines ground beef, Italian sausage, and crushed Doritos for a deliciously unique twist on a classic dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Extra Lean Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 pound Italian Pork Sausage replace with chicken sausage to reduce fat content
  • 2 large Eggs no substitutes recommended for binding
  • ½ cup Milk use almond milk for a dairy-free version
For the Flavor and Texture
  • 2 cups Crushed Doritos any tortilla chip can substitute
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Neufchâtel can be used as a lighter alternative
  • 1 packet Ranch Dressing Mix homemade ranch seasoning can substitute
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper (Diced) zucchini or corn make good alternatives
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese use cheddar or Monterey Jack for different flavor profiles

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • cooking spray

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, eggs, and milk. Then, add crushed Doritos.
  3. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of the dish.
  4. Blend cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and milk in a separate bowl until smooth. Spread this over the pressed meat mixture.
  5. Sprinkle diced bell peppers and half of the mozzarella cheese over the cream cheese layer.
  6. Press the remaining meat mixture over the top of the cheese and bell pepper layers.
  7. Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
  8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle remaining mozzarella and crushed Doritos on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Mix well to ensure the meat retains moisture and avoid overbaking for juiciness. Customize with additional vegetables if desired.

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