ITALIAN MEATLOAF

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Pancetta and Italian bread and seasoning give an old-world twist to this meatloaf by Pioneer Woman's Ree Drummond. Get the recipe at FoodNetwork.com.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

1 cup milk
6 slices crusty Italian bread
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 to 1/2 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt, such as Lawry's
Freshly ground black pepper
4 eggs
8 to 12 thin pancetta slices
2 cans diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 pinch of cayenne pepper
1 to 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
For the meatloaf: Pour the milk over the bread and allow it to soak in for several minutes. Place the ground beef, milk-soaked bread, Parmesan, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, seasoned salt and some pepper in a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs. With clean hands, mix the ingredients until well combined.
Form the mixture into a loaf shape on a foil-lined broiler pan, which will allow the fat from the meat to drain. Lay the pancetta slices over the top, tucking them underneath the meatloaf to give the meatloaf some support.
For the tomato sauce: Put the diced tomatoes into a bowl. Add the brown sugar, dry mustard and cayenne pepper and splash in the Worcestershire sauce. Stir the mixture until well combined. Pour one-third of the sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake for 45 minutes, and then pour another third of the remaining tomato sauce over the meatloaf. Bake until no longer pink in the middle, for an additional 20 to 25 minutes. Allow to sit 10 minutes before serving.
Serve with the remaining tomato sauce on the side as a dipping sauce.

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Sofikul Islam

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This meatloaf is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a great recipe for a potluck or a party.

Samkelisiwe Gcumisa

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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again.

Tofique rst Vsr

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This meatloaf is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's the best meatloaf I've ever had.

Sahadat Rony

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I love this meatloaf! It's so moist and flavorful. I always make extra so I can have leftovers for sandwiches.

MD Shanto Shomrat

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This is a great recipe for a classic Italian meatloaf. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.

Ashal Pro

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I followed the recipe exactly, but my meatloaf didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected. It was still good, but I'll try adding some more herbs and spices next time.

Gaurav Neupane (Cricketer)

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This meatloaf was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.

David Tait

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I've made this meatloaf several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.

punaram ram

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This meatloaf is so flavorful and moist. I love the combination of ground beef, sausage, and breadcrumbs.

Matheos B

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I made this meatloaf for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it was the best meatloaf she's ever had.

Rhinet Amps

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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.

Doris Carr

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I followed the recipe exactly, but my meatloaf didn't turn out as moist as I expected. It was still tasty, but I'll try adding some more liquid next time.