FESTIVE MEAT LOAF PINWHEEL

Festive Meat Loaf Pinwheel image

Most people wouldn't think of serving meat loaf for a holiday gathering, but think again! It's wonderful for a crowd because its hearty, zesty flavor appeals to all. -Vera Sullivan, Amity, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 28

Ingredients

3 large eggs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham
3/4 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese
TOMATO PEPPER SAUCE:
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 cup beef broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. On a piece of heavy-duty foil, pat beef mixture into a 17x15-in. rectangle. Cover with ham and cheese slices to within 1/2 in. of edges. , Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Place seam side down in a roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until a thermometer reads 160°, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours., In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, sugar, salt and thyme. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Drain meat loaf. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 732mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.