Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (roughly chopped)
  • 1 small-medium onion ((or 1/2 large) roughly chopped)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ⅓ pounds meatloaf mix ((blend of beef, pork, veal))
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon light or dark brown sugar

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a quarter sheet pan (note 1) with aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, add the green pepper and onion and pulse until finely chopped.  Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the oregano, thyme, paprika, cumin (optional), garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Add the meat and gently mix together. Use a fork to prevent overworking the meat. (note 2)
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape into a brick approx. 4x8 inches.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar.
  • Brush the ketchup glaze over the top of the meatloaf. Bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.