Best Ever Meatloaf II

1 tablespoon butter

1 onion, chopped

1 small green bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound lean ground beef

15 saltine crackers, crushed

8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and green pepper and saute until onions are soft.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

In a large mixing bowl, place ground beef, crushed crackers, Cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, and sauteed onion and green pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Press beef mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Bake in a preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes or until done. Check with a meat thermometer for doneness. Internal temperature should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).