Southwestern Meatloaf

If you are looking for a delicious and easy way to spice up your dinner, you might want to try this Southwestern Meatloaf recipe. It is packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the addition of corn, black beans, salsa, cheese and spices. You can make it ahead of time and bake it when you are ready, or freeze it for later use. Here is how to make this mouthwatering dish:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of lean ground beef
• 1/4 cup of bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup of chopped onion
• 1/4 cup of chopped green pepper
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 cup of salsa
• 1/4 cup of corn kernels
• 1/4 cup of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan.
• In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, green pepper, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder and garlic powder until well combined.
• Press half of the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, forming a shallow well in the center.
• Spoon the salsa over the meat mixture, spreading it evenly.
• Sprinkle the corn and black beans over the salsa.
• Top with the cheese.
• Cover with the remaining meat mixture, pressing it firmly to seal the edges.
• Bake for 45 minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
• Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your Southwestern Meatloaf with a green salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal. You can also serve it with some sour cream or guacamole for extra creaminess and flavor. This recipe makes about 6 servings and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.