Crusted Meatloaf

Using a baking sheet instead of a loaf pan gives this meatloaf maximum crusty coating sealing in it's juicy flavour.

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (or trio - beef, pork and veal)

1 onion, diced

1 small red pepper, diced

2 tsps minced garlic

1 tsp dry oregano

1 tsp dry basil

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1 egg

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp worcestershire sauce

1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs

2-3 tbsps Panko for coating

salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp ranch dressing

Combine the ground meat, onion, red pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, egg, tomato paste, worcestershire and 1/4 cup Panko. Add salt and pepper to taste then form into a loaf. Brush ranch dressing all over and roll in 2-3 tbsps Panko crumbs. Place on a lined baking sheet.

Bake at 425°F for 55-60 minutes then rest 10 minutes and it slices perfectly!

Serves 2-3

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https://www.hotandcoldrunningmom.ca/2023/12/baked-sweet-potato-fries.html

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