Sunday, February 15, 2009

Minnesota Meatloaf

Ah, yes, back just in time for below zero temps and ice storms, it's Minnesota Meatloaf! Quickly comes together in one bowl, bakes for just under an hour and has lots of nice crusty crunch. More of a different technique than anything else - if you have a fav family recipe, by all means use it, just follow these baking instructions.

1 lb. ground chuck
1 small onion, chopped
1 egg
1/2 c. wheat germ
2 T. catsup
1/2 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
Healthy dash garlic powder
1 tsp. each, salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Thoroughly but lightly, gently, mix all together in bowl. Then mound in center of a foil-covered baking sheet (No, not using your loaf pan...). Gently spread out, flattening, so it looks like a flat football. Center should be a couple of inches high, max.

Bake, uncovered 30 minutes. Dial oven up to 425 degrees, spread on 2 T. of BBQ sauce or catsup. Back in for 20-25 minutes until topping starts to brown. Let sit 15 minutes before slicing.

Bonus: Best leftover sandwiches ever!