Morning Meatloaf

A hearty ketogenic breakfast meatloaf combining eggs, sausage, and cheese, perfect for a low-carb morning meal.

Preparation Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 45 minutes
• Total: 55 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 lb bulk sweet Italian sausage or breakfast sausage
• ¼ yellow onion, chopped
• 4 oz organic cream cheese at room temperature, divided
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped scallion
• Ghee for greasing

Instructions

1. Prepare:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F
   • Grease small loaf pan with ghee

2. Make mixture:

   • Lightly beat eggs in large bowl
   • Add sausage, onion, and half the cream cheese
   • Mix thoroughly

3. First bake:

   • Pour mixture into loaf pan
   • Bake uncovered about 30 minutes until firm
   • Let rest 5 minutes
   • Remove excess fat from top if desired

4. Add toppings:

   • Spread remaining cream cheese over top
   • Add cheddar cheese
   • Sprinkle with scallions

5. Final bake:

   • Return to oven for 5 minutes
   • Switch to broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden
   • Let rest 5 minutes before slicing

Notes

• Perfect for ketogenic diet
• Can use any preferred breakfast sausage
• Room temperature cream cheese blends better
• Excess fat can be removed after first bake
• Let cool slightly before slicing
• Can be made ahead and reheated
• Great for meal prep
• Approximately 4-6 servings

Source

Morning Meatloaf - Ketogenic & Low Carb Friendly