Enchilada Meatloaf

Here is a delicious and easy dish -- my kids love the taste and it is quick to make on a busy night. This recipe is a prize winner from Better Homes and Gardens.

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  egg, lightly beaten
• 1  medium onion, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup  bottled salsa
• 2  tablespoons chili powder
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1 (8 1/2ounce) package  corn muffin mix
• 2  ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
•  bottled salsa (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl combine egg, onion, 1/4 cup salsa, the chili powder, garlic, and salt. Add ground beef and mix well. Shape into a ball and place in a 9-inch pie plate. Flatten meat mixture to a 6-inch circle; set aside.
3. Prepare corn muffin mix according to package directions. Spread corn muffin batter over meat mixture in pie plate. Bake about 50 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into meatloaf registers 160°F
4. Remove from oven. Halve cheese slices and arrange on top of the corn muffin mixture. Cover loosely and let stand 10-15 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with additional salsa.