Spicy Meatloaf With Chipotle Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Meatloaf With Chipotle Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce dried chipotle chile, stemmed; 2 ripe italian roma tomatoes, cored; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 3 celery ribs, diced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 1/4 lbs ground beef; 1 1/4 lbs ground pork; 1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 3 large eggs, beaten to blend

Servings: persons

1 ounce dried chipotle chile, stemmed
2 ripe italian roma tomatoes, cored
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/4 lbs ground beef
1 1/4 lbs ground pork
1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 large eggs, beaten to blend

1
Combine chipotles, tomatoes, garlic and water in medium saucepan.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Bring to boil.
4
Reduce heat and simmer until reduced by 1/3, about 20 minutes.
5
Let Cool.
6
Transfer to food processor.
7
Puree until smooth and strain.
8
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Add onion and celery and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
10
Add cumin and nutmeg and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat and transfer to large bowl to cool.
11
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
12
Add beef, pork, bread crumbs and salt to onion mixture.
13
Add 1/2 cup chipotle sauce.
14
Mix until well blended.
15
Add eggs and mix well.
16
Press mixture into 9 x 5inch loaf pan. Brush top with some of remaining chipotle sauce.
17
Bake meatloaf until thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 160 degrees F, about 1 hour.
18
Transfer to rack to cool slightly.
19
Drain off any oil.
20
Turn meatloaf out onto platter.
21
Serve with remaining salsa.

1098

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce dried chipotle chile, stemmed, 2 ripe italian roma tomatoes, cored, 3 garlic cloves, peeled, 2 cups water, and more.

Yes, Spicy Meatloaf With Chipotle Sauce 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!

Spicy Meatloaf With Chipotle Sauce

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