meaty loaf
This recipe is awesome for picnics. It is also great served at home. If going to take on a picnic after cooking wrap in foil and several layers of newspaper to keep it warm until ready to eat on your picnic. I pack them in my husbands lunch as he can eat a whole one by himself.
prep time
25 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
Bake
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 pound long loaf sourdough french bread
- 1 small onion, chpped
- 1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1 pound lean ground beef
How To Make meaty loaf
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Step 1Cut a thin slice from the top of the loaf. Scoop out most of the bread. Tear to make 1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs(top slice and remaining bread can be used for another recipe)
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Step 2Brown onion and mushrooms in 1 1/2 T. butter. Beat egg with ketchup. Mix in bread crumbs, 1/2 c. shredded cheese, broth and seasonings. Lightly mix in ground beef and onion mixture.
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Step 3Spoon meat mixture into hollowed out bread. Rub crust with remaining butter. Wrap in foil. Bake at 375^ for 1 hour.
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Step 4Fold back foil and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Return to oven bake until cheese melts. About 3 minutes.
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Step 5If serving at home cut into slices . If taking on your picnic, tailgate, or other road trip. Wrap in foil and newspaper. Serve when ready by cutting in 4" pieces like a submarine sandwich.
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