Ingredients:

For the meatloaf:

• 500 g mixed minced meat
• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 egg
• 100 g grated cheese (e.g. Gouda or Cheddar)
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tsp paprika powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

For the puff pastry:

• 1 pack of puff pastry (from the refrigerated section)
• 1 egg (for brushing)

Directions:

1. Prepare the meatloaf:
   • In a bowl, combine the minced meat, chopped onion, chopped garlic, egg, grated cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, paprika, dried oregano (or thyme) and Worcestershire sauce.
   • Knead the minced meat mixture well until all ingredients are well blended.
2. Prepare puff pastry:
   • Roll out the puff pastry and shape it into a rectangle.
3. Meatloaf in puff pastry:
   • Spread the minced meat mixture on the puff pastry and form into an oblong loaf.
4. Wrapping:
   • Wrap the meatloaf in the puff pastry, ensuring it’s completely covered. Press the edges together firmly.
5. Bake:
   • Place the rolled meatloaf on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
   • Whisk the egg and brush the puff pastry with the beaten egg.
6. Bake:
   • Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven at 180°C top/bottom heat for about 35-40 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden brown and crispy and the meatloaf is cooked through.
7. Serve:
   • Slice the cheese meatloaf in puff pastry and serve.

Enjoy this delicious cheese meatloaf in puff pastry as a main course!

The combination of seasoned ground beef and crispy puff pastry makes this dish a delicious meal. Enjoy!