Meat loaf has been a favorite throughout the century, especially during the 1940s when meat was rationed and ground beef was a bargain cut. We’ve put a contemporary stamp on this suppertime classic by adding lots of caramelized onions.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 6 to 8
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Oil 13x9x2-inch roasting pan. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sugar; sauté until onions are deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Stir in oregano and garlic. Add vinegar; cook until evaporated, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and cool.
Step 2
Add ground beef, pork, 1 cup crushed tomatoes and next 6 ingredients to onions. Mix with fork until just blended. Form meat mixture into 10-by-5-inch loaf shape in prepared pan.
Step 3
Bake 45 minutes. Spread remaining crushed tomatoes over meat loaf. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake until thermometer inserted into center registers 155°F, about 1 hour. Cool 15 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 12 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Cut meat loaf into thick slices. Spoon mushrooms and pan juices over.
