Mozzarella Meat Loaf

2 lb. lean ground beef
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup crushed saltine cracker
1 cup milk
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. oregano
1 can (8 oz.) pizza sauce
3 slices mozzarella cheese, halved
Green pepper rings (optional)
Sliced mushrooms (optional)
2 tbsp. butter or margarine (optional)

Directions:

Mix beef, eggs, crumbs, milk, parmesan cheese, onion, salt and oregano. Shape into a loaf andplace in a greased 9x5x3 loaf pan. Bake at 350°F for 1- 1/4 hours oruntil no pink remains; drain. Spoon pizza sauce over loaf and top with cheese slices. Return ot the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Meanwhile, if desired, sauté green pepper and mushrooms in butter; arrange on top of meat loaf.

User Reviews:

This was such a fun twist on an old standard. My family really enjoyed it and it was very easy to make.

submitted by amytaylor on November 01, 2006

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