Tex-Mex Meatloaf Extravaganza 😍😍
Ingredients:
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 + 1/2 pounds ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 cup salsa (preferably with green peppers)
- 1/3 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 + 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano (preferably Mexican), crushed between fingertips
- Salt and fresh black pepper
Topping:
- 1/4 cup ketchup or hot sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking pan with foil and give it a light spray of non-stick spray.
- Whisk the beaten eggs in a large mixing bowl. Add all the ingredients except the ketchup, including 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Combine with a fork until well mixed. If the mixture seems too wet, add another tablespoon or two of bread crumbs.
- Dump the mixture onto the prepared pan and shape it into a loaf. Coat the entire surface with ketchup or hot sauce.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until cooked through in the center. Allow it to rest for five minutes before slicing.
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Tex-Mex masterpiece – a perfect fusion of savory beef, zesty salsa, and melted cheddar cheese. Your taste buds will thank you! 🌶🧀🍽