This is the meatloaf I always make
This started out years ago as a recipe from Dinah Shore- but I tweaked it so much the original recipe is very different. I don't use breadcrumbs in my meatloaf. I love having the "stuff" in the center- the flavor permeates the entire meatloaf. It is great cold and in sandwiches too. Freezes well.
FABULOUS MEATLOAF (serves 6)
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 egg
2 T soy sauce
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
4 thin slices ham (or pepperoni)
1/2 C chopped walnuts (or pine nuts or pecans)
8 thin slices Jalapeno Jack cheese (or whatever cheese you like-horseradish cheddar is wonderful too)
Catsup to cover top, if desired.
Mix beef, onion, garlic, egg, soy sauce, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and Cayenne.
Put half of mix in loaf pan. Put half the cheese in next, then half of the ham, all the walnuts, the rest of the ham, then the rest of the cheese, and the rest of the meat mix on top. Press down. Cover top with catsup (optional) and bake at 350° for 55 minutes. Drain off juice before slicing and serving.
