Elegant Layered Meatloaf

Submitted by sweetysjd

"Who knew MEATLOAF could be an impressive, elegant meal?"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 40mins
• Ingredients: 11
• 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.

Reviews

[Cookworm]

My family and I really enjoyed this recipe. The blend of flavors was quite delicious. I did not have any spinach on hand so used a bunch of fresh parsley and that was so lovely. The only thing I didn't care for was that it was a little too dry for my tastes. My family however, thought it was great anyways so I think it's a personal taste thing. Thanks.