Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 eggs
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 large onions, chopped
1 sweet red peppers or 1 green peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup drained red kidney beans
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
In a large bowl, beat egg with a fork.
Add bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
Gently mix in ground beef.
Set aside.
In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium-high heat.
Add onion; cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
Add sweet pepper and chili powder.
Cook for another 4 minutes.
Let cool slightly and then add to beef mixture.
Add kidney beans and salsa.
Pack into an 8 by 4 inch loaf pan.
Bake in preheated 350F (180C) degree oven for 60-75 minutes.
Drain off fat.
Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of meatloaf and return to oven for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 100 min.