Meatloaf or Meatballs a la kattyeyes Recipe kattyey

Name: Meatloaf or Meatballs a la kattyeyes Recipe kattyeyes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds of meatloaf mix (ground veal / pork / beef combo); 1/4 cup of water; most of an 8 oz. can of tomato sauce (reserve small portion to top loaves); 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon parsley flakes; 1 tablespoon grated Pecorino Romano; Ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Line a baking sheet (I use a pizza pan) with foil for meatloafno foil necessary for meatballs.
2
Combine ingredients in a large bowl with your hands.
3
Use care just to combinedont overhandle the meat.
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TO : Quarter the ingredients to yield four portions of meat.
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Gently form each quarter into an oval ball, then flatten slightly to form a mini loaf.
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Top each loaf with a spoonful of tomato saucespread this over the top of each loaf.
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TO : Gently form meat mixture into large oval and pat to flatten.
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Top loaf with remaining tomato sauce.
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TO AN : Split your meat mixture into two halves.
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Form the bottom of the loaf with the first half, then layer thinly sliced genoa salami, thinly sliced proscuittini (peppered ham), thinly sliced provolone (my favorite is BelGioso).
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Then add the remaining meatloaf mixture, making sure to cover the layer of cold cuts.
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Top loaf with remaining tomato sauce.
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TO : Roll meat mixture into balls and place on unlined baking sheet (no foil here).
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Add water to the pan just till water covers the bottom of the pan.
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Makes four mini loaves, one large loaf, or a whole pan of meatballs.
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Bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes (for mini loaves).
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Use less time for meatballs, more time for a large loaf.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds of meatloaf mix (ground veal / pork / beef combo), 1/4 cup of water, most of an 8 oz. can of tomato sauce (reserve small portion to top loaves), 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Meatloaf or Meatballs a la kattyeyes Recipe kattyeyes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meatloaf or Meatballs a la kattyeyes Recipe kattyeyes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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