Zesty Meatloaf

This recipe is from Green Chile Bible. It's flavorful and moist.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 meat loaf

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1  lb ground beef
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 1  cup instant mashed potatoes, dry
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 1  teaspoon ground coriander
• 2  tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  cup evaporated milk
• 1  cup water
• 1  cup green chili, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 10  wheat thins crackers, mashed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  garlic salt

Directions

1. Parboil the onion 20 minutes in 1 cup of water(water listed in recipe) Add the onion and liquid to the meat and mix in remaining ingredients.
2. Place the mixture in a greased loaf pan and bake, covered at 350°F, for 1 hour.
3. Uncover the last 10 minutes to brown the meat loaf.