Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment.
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, taco seasoning, breadcrumbs, salsa, egg, cheese, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and cilantro. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
Transfer mixture to prepared loaf pan, shaping into a loaf.
Spread ½ cup salsa over the top.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, until cooked through (internal temp 160°F/71°C).
In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and let it melt.
Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🌶 Serving Ideas:
Serve with Spanish rice or Mexican street corn 🌽.
Garnish with sour cream, avocado slices, or jalapeños.
Use leftovers in taco wraps or quesadillas for next-day meals!
Ashley, would you like me to also give you a mini muffin pan version of this (like bite-sized taco meatloaf cups) that would be perfect for parties?
