Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves Recipe

Name: Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked instant brown rice; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 1-1/2 cups salsa, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 pound ground turkey; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend

Servings: persons

3/4 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1-1/2 cups salsa, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cook rice according to package directions; cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine tomato sauce, 1/2 cup salsa, onion, egg, celery, parsley, cilantro, garlic and seasonings; stir in rice. Add beef and turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly.
2
Shape into two 8x4-in. loaves in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until a thermometer inserted in center reads 165u00b0, 1 to 1-1/4 hours.
3
Spread with remaining salsa and sprinkle with cheese; bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
4
Bake meat loaves without topping. Securely wrap and freeze cooled meat loaf in foil. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaves; place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Reheat in a preheated 350u00b0 oven 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in center reads 165u00b0; top as directed.

1100

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup uncooked instant brown rice, 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce, 1-1/2 cups salsa, divided, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves

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