Three Cheese Ranch Meatloaf is one of my most requested dishes at family gatherings, and I think you’ll understand why once you take that first bite! The combination of three cheeses with the tangy ranch flavor makes this meatloaf absolutely irresistible, and it’s so simple to put together.
What makes this recipe truly special is how the ranch dressing does all the heavy lifting for you — it seasons the meat beautifully while keeping everything moist and tender. The rice helps bind everything together perfectly, and those three cheeses create a savory crust on top that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
I love serving this with mashed potatoes and green beans for a complete family dinner, and it’s just as delicious sliced cold the next day for sandwiches. This is the kind of honest, hearty meal that brings folks together around the table, and I’ve passed the recipe on to my daughters and granddaughters.
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Three Cheese Ranch Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 1 pound Beef
- 1 cup Vegetable Shortening
- 0.5 cup Rice
- 0.5 cup Ranch Dressing
Instructions
- COMBINE beef, vegetables, rice and dressing.
- FORM into a loaf and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- BAKE at 400F (200C) for 40 minutes.
