Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf




Ingredients


Meatloaf
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
3 slices of white bread
1/4 C. of milk
1/4 C.  onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1/2 C. parmesan cheese
2 eggs, beaten
3 Tbsp. parsley, minced
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 tbsp. ketchup
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

Balsamic Glaze
2 tbsp. ketchup
1/2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1/2 tbsp. brown sugar


Instructions

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2) Pour milk over bread and let sit for a few minutes so it absorbs the milk.

3) In a large bowl combine the beef, milk-soaked bread, onion, garlic, cheese, eggs, parsley, salts and pepper, ketchup and vinegar.

4) Mix with your hands until well combined.

5) Line a baking sheet with foil.

6) Form mixture into a loaf shape on baking sheet.

7) Combine all glaze ingredients in a bowl. Stir until well combined.

8) Spread evenly on top if meatloaf.

9) Bake for 45-60 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.

10) Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.


Prep: 15 minutes
Cook : 60 minutes
Total: 1 hr 15 minutes
Serves: 8







Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes





Ingredients


2 lbs red potatoes (or whichever ones you prefer), cut into 1 in. pieces
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 C. Grated Parmesan Cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. Oregano
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. Pepper
Chopped Parsley for Garnish


Instructions


1) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray a baking sheet with non stick cooking spray.

2) In a large bowl add the olive oil, parmesan cheese, garlic, and oregano. Toss with the potatoes until coated and lay in a single layer on your baking sheet. Salt and pepper to taste. You can also sprinkle extra parmesan cheese on top if you like.

3) Roast for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Serve with parsley sprinkled on top.


Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes