Mexican meatloaf

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsLean ground beef
1poundsGround veal
¾cupPitted black olives, coarsely chopped
½cupYellow cornmeal
2largesEggs, lightly beaten
1mediumOnion, chopped
¼cupPickled sliced jalapenos, chopped
2largesGarlic cloves, chopped
1teaspoonBest quality chilli powder
1teaspoonDried oregano
1teaspoonSalt

Directions

Seasoned with cornmeal, chiles, and olives, this is a spicy,Southwestern rendition of meatloaf. Hot pepper jelly makes a delicious accompaniment, or brush on the jelly while it's baking to glaze the meatloaf.

Preheat oven to 350F. Combine all ingredients in large bowl (hands work best for mixing) Gently pack mixture into greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan. Bake for 1¼ hours or just until cooked through. Serves 8.

Origin: Cookbook Digest, May/June 1993. Shared by: Sharon Stevens