The meatloaf was…

To put it mildly… ROCKERLICIOUS!!!!

The first meal that the boys were home for that I tried my creative “hiding” of veggies.  And I must say, the change to the texture, moisture, and subtle taste of the meatloaf was amazing.  I have put this in my permanent recipe box.  I urge anyone to try it.

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup barbeque sauce, divided
• 1 box stuffing mix
• 1 cup carrots
• 1 green pepper
• 1/2 med onion
• 2 cloves garlic

 Puree the carrots, pepper, onion, and garlic in about 1/4 cup water in your food processor or blender.  Add to beef, then hand mix in the eggs, 1/4 cup of the barbeque sauce (any brand) and the stuffing… form two loaves in a 9×13 pan (I sprinkle a little olive oil in the pan first), drizzle with a little olive oil on top, spread the remaining barbeque sauce on top, and bake at 375 for about 45 minutes.

I made delicious cheddar mashed potatos as a side dish.  It was a hit with all four kids!