Fiesta Meat Loaf Recipe

Fiesta Meat Loaf Recipe
MEATLOAF RECIPES INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef or pork or a mixture of both
• 3/4 cup dry plain bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 cup tomato-based salsa, divided
• 1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped mild green chilies
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

MEATLOAF RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350*F (175*C). In large bowl, combine all ingredients, reserving 1/4 cup salsa; mix well.
2. In ungreased 1 1/2 or 2-quart casserole or 9 x 5-inch loaf pan, shape meat mixture into loaf.
3. Bake for 50 minutes. Remove from oven. Spoon remaining salsa over top of loaf. Return to oven; bake an additional 20 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly cooked in center and meat thermometer registers 160*F (70*C)...enjoy the meatloaf recipe ! Makes 6 servings.
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