Pasta and Meatball Meatloaf

1. 1

   Tear one roll into pieces and process in a food processor or blender until coarse crumbs form; halve the remaining rolls and set aside for serving.

2. 2

   Melt butter, over medium heat, and toast breadcrumbs until lightly browned.

3. 3

   Use 2/3 cup for the meatloaf; the remainder will be used as a garnish.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

5. 5

   Cook pasta according to package directions; drain, rinse, and cool.

6. 6

   In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook onion, red pepper, and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes.

7. 7

   In a large bowl combine eggs, milk, 2/3 cup reserved bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and Italian seasoning.

8. 8

   With hands, mix in ground beef, cooked pasta, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and onion mixture.

9. 9

   Form into six 6 x 3-inch oblong loaves and place them in a shallow baking pan.

10. 10

    Bake, uncovered, until and internal temperature of 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes.

11. 11

    Make garlic butter by heating butter in a skillet, over medium low heat, then add garlic and basil and cook until garlic is tender; let cool.

12. 12

    Spread each roll half with garlic butter and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

13. 13

    Top each toasted roll half with warm pasta sauce and a mini meatloaf; sprinkle with shaved Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and fresh parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.