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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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My daughter likes the cheese stuffed into this flavorful meat loaf made with a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, writes Laura Lawrence from Salinas, California. Served with a salad and sourdough bread, the meal is special enough for company. Ingredients:
1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce, divided |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed |
1 pound ground beef |
8 ounces bulk italian sausage |
3 pieces string cheese |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce, egg, bread crumbs, garlic and rosemary. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well.
2. Press half into a greased 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pan. Place two pieces of cheese, side by side, near one end of loaf. Cut the remaining piece of cheese in half; place side by side on opposite end of loaf. Top with remaining meat mixture; press down firmly to seal.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°; drain. Drizzle with the remaining spaghetti sauce; bake 10 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 6 servings.
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