Mini Pancetta Wrapped Meatloaf Sandwiches
Looked so good when i saw giada de laurentiis eating them on behind the bash.
Steps
Preheat oven to 375f.
In a large bowl , mix ground chuck , ground pork , bread crumbs , parmesan , mozzarella and the half-and-half.
Let stand.
Saute onions and olive oil until a little brown , then add the garlic and cook through about 1 minute longer.
Let stand.
Add the seasonings , parsley , salt , pepper , diced toamtoes , eggs and the sauteed onions and garlic.
Mix together well.
Spray a large loaf pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
Fill the pan with your meatloaf mixture and top with sliced pancetta.
Bake for 1 hour covered loosely with foil.
Remove foil and cook an additional 25 minutes until pancetta is crispy.
For the garnish / plating: saute the red onions in a little olive oil until wilted.
Then set aside.
Slice the roma tomatoes in half , on the oval , place on a baking sheet , spray or drizzle with olive oil , salt and pepper to taste.
Roast in a preheated 350f oven for 45 minutes or an hour , set aside.
Brush the bread with oil and place.
Ingredients
ground chuck, ground pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, fresh mozzarella cheese, half-and-half, diced onions, olive oil, garlic cloves, italian spices, fresh parsley leaves, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, diced tomatoes, eggs, pancetta, roma tomatoes, french bread, red onions, fresh sage leaves