PESTO MEAT LOAF

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This is one of my favorite meat loaf recipes. The salsa gives it just the right amount of tang, and if you grow basil, the pesto is a tasty way to use it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

PESTO:
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup fresh basil leaves
3/4 cup cooked long grain rice
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
MEAT LOAF:
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup salsa
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 pounds lean ground beef

Steps:

  • Place pesto ingredients in the order listed in a food processor; cover and process on low speed until a paste forms. , In a large bowl, combine the first six meat loaf ingredients; add pesto. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, draining off fat if necessary. Let stand in pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SR ARJUN SARKAR
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I love this meatloaf! It's so flavorful and moist. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Godspower Dc
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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


RAHIM PK
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always perfect. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for those busy weeknights.


Bharat Bist
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This meatloaf is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the flavor of the pesto and the meatloaf is so moist and tender.


Sarhad Ali
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I made this meatloaf for dinner last night and it was a huge hit! My husband and kids loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Azgor Ali
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This meatloaf is amazing! The pesto adds a great flavor and it's so moist and juicy.


Sohan Chowdhury
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I love this meatloaf! It's so flavorful and moist. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Bruh 69
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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mercy Oluye
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always perfect. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for those busy weeknights.


Rian Danielle
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This meatloaf is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the flavor of the pesto and the meatloaf is so moist and tender.


april fox
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I made this meatloaf for dinner last night and it was a huge hit! My husband and kids loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Loknath Ray
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This meatloaf is amazing! The pesto adds a great flavor and it's so moist and juicy.


Drk Etern
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I love this meatloaf! It's so flavorful and moist. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Richard Langin
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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Five simp
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I've made this meatloaf several times now, and it's always perfect. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for those busy weeknights.


Mirand 1225
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This meatloaf is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and reheat it when I'm ready to serve.


Annie mejia
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good! The pesto adds a really nice flavor, and the meatloaf is so moist and tender.


Mughal king Mughal king
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I made this meatloaf for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Nqobile Nqo
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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pesto adds a delicious twist. I will definitely be making this again and again.