CHEESE STUFFED TACO MEATLOAF

CHEESE STUFFED TACO MEATLOAF 2 1/2 lb lean ground beef (90/10) 1 1/2 cup taco sauce, divided 2/3 cup crushed nacho cheese flavored Doritos, divided 1 (1.25) oz packet taco seasoning 1 medium sweet onion, finely diced 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp lemon pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Mexican oregano 2 large eggs, beaten 1 (8) oz block pepper-jack cheese, sliced into 14 even slices 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly brush a 10-inch cast iron skillet or similar with oil. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, ½ cup taco sauce, ⅓ cup crushed Doritos, taco seasoning, onion, cumin, lemon pepper, garlic powder, oregano and eggs. Using your hands mix until the ingredients are fully combined. Press ½ of the meatloaf mixture into the skillet. Gently press the pepper-jack cheese slices over the meat keeping at least ½-inch from the edge. Top with the remaining meatloaf mixture. Spread ½ cup taco sauce over the meat and place into the oven to bake for 40 minutes. After 40 minutes spread the remaining ½ cup taco sauce on top and sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese and remaining crushed Doritos. Continue to bake for an additional 20-30 minutes or until cooked through and the meat is no longer pink. Rest for 10-15 minutes, slice and serve.