CIAO BELLA ITALIAN MEATLOAF

Ciao Bella Italian Meatloaf image

Provided by Anna Sciancalepore Antoniello

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lb ground beef 80/15 or meatloaf mix
1 can(s) ( 15 oz )tomatoes, canned italian-style and diced, no salt added (with oregano,basil and garlic),divided
3 slice white bread,crusts removed
1/4 c milk
3 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 c parmesan cheese
1 bunch italian parsley, chopped
1 medium onion, grated
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp bread crumbs
2 Tbsp additional parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

1. In a small bowl tear white bread into small pieces, add milk until well absorbed. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl combine ground beef,3/4 of the canned tomatoes(with juices), slightly beaten eggs, white bread with milk, 1 cup parmesan cheese, parsley, grated onion, salt and pepper.
3. Once mixed well place in a 9" X 13" pan and form into a loaf. Spread remaining 1/4 of canned tomatoes(with juices) on top. Sprinkle with additional 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Drizzle with olive oil.
4. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until juices run clear, at 350 degrees.
5. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing so it doesn't fall apart.

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