Gonzales Meat Loaf

Submitted by Barenakedchef

"This meatloaf is very flavorful and sweet. The texture was perfect. Don't skip the step where you cook it on a broiler pan, that makes the difference."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 2 lbs ground sirloin
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup fine dry breadcrumb
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1⁄4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Combine all ingredients. Shape into a 9- x 5-inch loaf, and place on a lightly greased wire rack in a baking pan.
2. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes; increase heat to 425°, and bake 15 more minutes or until done. Let meat loaf stand 10 minutes before serving.