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Tex Mex Meat Loaf

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This Tex-Mex Meat Loaf is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food staple. By blending ground beef with savory Rotel diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a hint of chili powder, you get a dish that is moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. The addition of bread pieces keeps the texture tender, while the final layer of chili sauce and shredded cheddar cheese creates a gooey, irresistible topping. It&# 226;€™s an easy weeknight dinner that serves six and pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes or a simple green salad.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 662.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Tex-Mex Meat Loaf is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food staple. By blending ground beef with savory Rotel diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a hint of chili powder, you get a dish that is moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. The addition of bread pieces keeps the texture tender, while the final layer of chili sauce and shredded cheddar cheese creates a gooey, irresistible topping. It&# 226;€™s an easy weeknight dinner that serves six and pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes or a simple green salad.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound Ground beef
  • 3 slices Bread, torn into small pieces
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 can (10 oz) RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/3 cup Chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, torn bread pieces, egg, Rotel tomatoes (undrained), chopped onion, chili powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until just combined.
  3. 3
    Transfer the mixture into an ungreased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan, pressing it down evenly.
  4. 4
    Bake for 1 hour. Remove from oven and drain any excess liquid from the pan.
  5. 5
    Spoon the chili sauce evenly over the top of the cooked loaf and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. 6
    Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. 7
    Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 662.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.5g46%
Saturated Fat 11.1g56%
Cholesterol 179.4mg60%
Sodium 511.3mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 40.8g14%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 6.5g
Protein 53.5g107%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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