Italian Meatloaf

 

2 lbs Ground beef chuck

1 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 T CSD Garlic

3 C  fresh breadcrumbs

1 C  flat leaf parsley, chopped

2 T  Italian seasonings

2 C  fresh basil leaves, chopped

4 oz  CSD Tomatoes, drained, minced

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1/2 C  tomato juice

1/2 C  dry red wine

1/4 lb  smoked mozzarella, thinly sliced

 

Combine first ten ingredients a large bowl.  Add the eggs, tomato juice & wine,

mix thoroughly.

 

Place on aluminum foil lined baking sheet & form into a loaf.  Bake 1 hour at 375°.  Place sliced cheese on top.  Bake until melted & bubbly.  Serve hot or cold.