PHILLY CHEESESTEAK MEATLOAF

INGREDIENTS :

• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped small
• 1/2 cup of whole milk
• 1/2 cup mushrooms chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup bread crumbs (regular, Italian style or panko)
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt & 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Adobo seasoning
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 8 slices of mozzarella OR provolone cheese

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 350 degrees F or 175 degrees C.

Step 2: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute the onions and peppers until soft and translucent.

Step 3: Transfer the onion and pepper mixture to a large bowl and pour in the milk and add in the meat. Blend with your hands until incorporated.

Step 4: Use a cooking spray or butter to grease a loaf pan. Add half of the mixture and top with 4 slices of cheese. Add the remaining meat mixture on top.

Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or so.

Step 6: Take the meatloaf out of the oven and add on top the remaining cheese and parsley. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted completely.

Step 7: Allow cooling on a wire rack at room temperature.