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For the meatloaf: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, stir together the panko and milk and set aside.
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Place the brisket and sirloin on a baking sheet and transfer to the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up.
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(This will make grinding cleaner and easier.)
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Grind the meat in a food processor or bench top grinder, following manufacturer's instructions.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ground beef until ready to use.
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Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
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Add the onion, carrot, celery, poblano and garlic.
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Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions turn translucent.
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Add the cumin, oregano and ancho powder and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and set aside to cool to room temperature.
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When cool, add the ground beef, the chorizo, the milk-soaked panko, and the egg, black beans and corn.
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Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Mix until just combined (don't overwork the meat).
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Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape into a free-form loaf.
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Bake until the internal temperature registers 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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Meanwhile, make the pesto: In a food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, pepitas, cumin, garlic and some salt and pepper.
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Pulse to a coarse paste; then slowly drizzle in the olive oil, while pulsing.
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Transfer the pesto to a bowl and fold in the cotija and Parmesan.
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Set aside.
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When the meatloaf is done, remove it from the oven and immediately spread some of the pesto over the top.
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Tent with foil and let rest for 10 minutes.
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For the tortilla strips: Fill a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven with 2 inches of oil, and heat the oil to 350 degrees F over medium-high heat.
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Working in batches, fry the tortilla strips until golden and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Drain on paper towels.
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Season with salt.
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To serve: Cut the meatloaf into thick slices.
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Top with a dollop of cilantro pesto and some crispy tortilla strips.
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Serve.
