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| Polpettone Ripieno (Stuffed Meat Loaf) |
This is excellent cold and makes great sandwiches.
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Origin: Italian
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Ingredients:
For the Meatloaf
1 1/2 to 2 pounds lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup water
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Stuffing
2 hardboiled eggs, sliced thin
1/4 pound salami, sliced thin
1/4 cup diced ham
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons COLAVITA Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 (26-ounce) jar COLAVITA Marinara Sauce, or homemade
Special Equipment: waxed or parchment paper
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Preparation:
In a large bowl mix together all meatloaf ingredients. Mix well. Pat the meat mixture onto a sheet of wax or parchment paper; to about 1 - inch thick. Layer eggs, salami and ham; sprinkle with mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic and parsley. Pick up wax paper and roll like a jelly roll. Pat firmly and seal ends. Heat oil in a large frying pan, brown loaf on all sides. Meanwhile heat Marinara sauce in a large skillet. Once meat is browned, lift gently and place in simmering sauce; cook slowly 30 - 45 minutes. Remove meat from sauce, let sit 5 - 10 minutes, slice and serve with sauce. Serves 8 - 10.
Per Serving: 498 Calories (63.3% from fat); 35g Fat (13g Sat, 13g Mono, 2g Poly); 26g Protein; 19g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 170mg Cholesterol; 1076mg Sodium. Food Exchanges: 1 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 5 Fat.
Variation: Bake the loaf in a 350 degree F oven for 1 hour or until cooked through.
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