Cheesy Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup salsa
• 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dry creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   In large bowl, gently mix all ingredients except cheese.

3. 3

   Transfer half of meat mixture to 9x5-inch loaf pan.

4. 4

   Top with cheese; cover with remaining meat mixture.

5. 5

   Bake 60-70 minutes until meat thermometer inserted into center of loaf registers 170 degrees F.

6. 6

   Let meatloaf rest in pan 20 minutes before serving.