Cheesy Bacon Meatloaf

Ingredients:

6 to 8 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled

1/4 cup milk

3 pieces white bread, torn into small pieces

2 1/2 pounds ground chuck

1 envelope dry onion soup mix

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1/4 cup ketchup

1/2 cup French fried onions
 

Directions:

Pour milk over bread and let sit for a minute. 

Mix together beef with onion soup, bread mixture, 1 1/2 cups cheese, and all but 2 tablespoons bacon.

Form beef mixture into loaf in a foil lined 9" X 13" pan.

Spread ketchup over the top. 

Bake at 375 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese, remaining bacon bits and French fried onions and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes until cheese is melted and onions are toasted.