Traditional Mexican seasonings like chiles,
salsa, cilantro, cinnamon and cocoa mingle quite nicely in this
meat loaf. A party of flavor for the palate!
Fiesta Meat Loaf
1 1/2 pounds ground beef or pork or a mixture
of both
3/4 cup dry plain bread crumbs
1 large egg
1 cup tomato-based salsa - divided use
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 ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In
large bowl, combine all ingredients, reserving 1/4 cup salsa;
mix well.
- In ungreased 1 1/2 or 2-quart casserole
or 9 x 5-inch loaf pan, shape meat mixture into loaf.
- 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).
Makes 6 servings.
