Tex Mex Meatloaf
Source : Linda Larsen, Your About.com Guide to Busy Cooks
I love refried beans; the texture and flavor are so comforting. They're delicious on their own, but fabulous when added to this easy meatloaf recipe.
Ingredients:
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. minced jalapeño pepper
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 egg
1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 cup refried beans
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
1/2 lb. ground pork
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Preparation:
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In heavy skillet, saute onion, garlic, and jalapeño in olive oil until crisp tender, about 5 minutes.
• In large bowl, combine egg, water, chili powder, salt, refried beans, and sauteed vegetables.
• Mix well until thoroughly combined.
• Add ground beef and pork and mix gently but thoroughly with hands.
• Pat mixture into a loaf shape on a broiling pan with slits and an under pan to catch grease.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 55-60 minutes, until internal temperatures registers 160 degrees F.
• Sprinkle meatloaf with cheese and bake 5 minutes more until cheese melts.
• Turn onto serving platter, cover, and let stand 15 minutes before slicing.
6 servings
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