Mr. John'S Meatloaf -- Courtesy Emeril Lagasse--

Name: Mr. John'S Meatloaf -- Courtesy Emeril Lagasse--
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 cup plain dried breadcrumbs; 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed); 1/3 cup heavy cream; coarse salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon emeril's creole seasoning (see cooks note); 8 ounces fresh chorizo sausage (not smoked); 1/2 cup chili sauce (bottled)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed)
1/3 cup heavy cream
coarse salt and pepper
1 tablespoon emeril's creole seasoning (see cooks note)
8 ounces fresh chorizo sausage (not smoked)
1/2 cup chili sauce (bottled)

1
Preheat oven to 350F, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil; set aside.
2
In a large bowl combine all ingredients, except for the chorizo sausage and chili sauce,.
3
Gently mix to combine (do not over mix).
4
Place half of the meat mixture on prepared sheet pan, form into a 9 x 4 - inch loaf.
5
Using a paring knife, remove casing from the chorizo (keeping the shape intact). Place chorizo lengthwise down the center of loaf. Cover with the other half of meat mixture, enclosing the chorizo and patting to adhere.
6
Brush chili sauce over meatloaf. Bake basting occasionally with pan juices, until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reads 160 degrees, about 1 hour.
7
Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

682

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mr. John'S Meatloaf -- Courtesy Emeril Lagasse-- 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!