Italian Meatloaf
Meat Recipes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
I married into an Italian family so I made up my own recipe for meatloaf that is moist and delicious and my husband's favorite.
- 2-1/2 pounds ground chuck (at least 85% lean)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large peppers, chopped
- 2 tablespoons garlic
- 1 16-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt for meat
- 2 eggs
- dash milk
- salt and ground pepper to taste
- Progresso Italian bread crumbs
- 4 slices uncooked bacon
- 1 16-ounce can tomato sauce
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a bowl, combine meat, onions, and peppers. Add next 8 ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add enough bread crumbs so meat mixture holds together nicely.
Form into a loaf shape and place in a large baking pan. Put strips of bacon lengthwise over the top, then cover with tomato sauce. Bake uncovered for 1-1/2 hours. Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans.
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Reviews by Readers
This was the best meatloaf I have ever tasted. It was a hit with my family and I've shared it with many friends. Thanks. Good job – Anonymous Review
The very best meat loaf I have ever made. I did use one substitute -- I used ketsup insted of tomato sause. THANK YOU – Reviewed by Frank Shepherd
I modified it a little, but it was still absolutely great. It will become my new meatloaf recipe. THANKS. – Reviewed by Tom Eddy
This was terrific! I didn't have any bacon, and can't wait to try it that way, this will now be our best recipe, Thank you! – Reviewed by Donna Boothby
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