BALSAMIC-GLAZED LAMB MEATLOAF WITH SUNDRIED TOMATO PESTO

Balsamic-Glazed Lamb Meatloaf with Sundried Tomato Pesto image

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 oil-packed sundried tomatoes
2/3 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Pecorino cheese
3 garlic cloves
1 large egg
1 Salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 pounds ground American lamb
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

1) Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
2) In a food processor, puree the tomatoes, basil, nuts, cheese, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Scrape the pesto into a large bowl; mix in the lamb and breadcrumbs. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and form it into an 8-inch-long log. Place the meatloaf on the baking sheet.
3) In a bowl, combine the tomato paste, brown sugar, and vinegar. Brush the tomato mixture over the meatloaf.
4) Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10 minutes.
5) Serve meatloaf slices with smashed potatoes and green beans, if desired.