Elegant Layered Meatloaf

Who knew MEATLOAF could be an impressive, elegant meal?

• Ready In: 1 hr 40 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs lean ground beef
• 1  cup onion, finely chopped
• 1  cup  fresh breadcrumb
• 2  large eggs
• 1  tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1⁄3 cup milk
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 6  ounces  roasted red peppers, from jar, drained & patted dry
• 10  ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed dry
• 1⁄2 cup sun-dried tomato pesto

Directions

1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
2. Mix together first eight ingredients. Divide mixture into thirds.
3. Shape each portion into a 9x5x1 inch rectangle. Lift one portion onto middle of baking sheet; top with roasted peppers.
4. Cover with another portion of meat; top with spinach.
5. Add remaining meat mixture; spread with tomato pesto.
6. Bake 1 hour. (meat thermometer should read 160 degrees).
7. Let stand 10 minutes. Remove to a serving platter.