"I think you will really enjoy this meatloaf, I know my family does! ---if you have any left overs just warm slightly and serve in crusty buns with BBQ sauce --- this is great served with mashed taters or fries, the topping recipe may be doubled if desired ----- *note* if you want to take this meatloaf to another level and make this company-worthy prepare the meatloaf with the stuffing mixture in the middle, this is only optional the meatloaf is still delicious by itself --- prep time does not include preparing the stuffing mixture...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lbs ground beef
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1/2 lb ground pork
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1 onion, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or use 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder)
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1/2 cup chili sauce (or use 1/4 cup of each!) or 1/2 cup ketchup (or use 1/4 cup of each!)
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1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (more if needed)
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1/4 cup milk
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2 eggs, slightly beaten
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3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (one more tablespoon won't hurt!)
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1/2-1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 -2 teaspoon dried basil
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2 teaspoons seasoning salt (can use white salt)
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1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
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1/2-3/4 cup ketchup
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brown sugar (start with 2 tablespoons and add in more to taste)
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3 -4 tablespoons butter
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1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 teaspoon dried thyme (rubbed between fingers to release the oils)
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2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley
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1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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fresh ground black pepper (to taste)