NEW ORLEANS' CHEESE MEATLOAF?

New Orleans' Cheese Meatloaf? image

Provided by raymond spencer

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper,diced
3 green chiles,seeded and sliced
1 vidalia sweet onion,peeled and chopped
2 tsp creole seasoning,divided
1 1/2 lb ground sirloin
2 egg whites
1/2 c panko bread crumbs
1 Tbsp steak sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 (8 ounce) package extra sharp cheddar cheese,cubed
CREOLE CHEESE SAUCE
1 Tbsp margarine
1 Tbsp all purpose flour
2 c milk
2 tsp creole mustard
1 c shredded american cheese
1/4 c grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp hot pepper sauce

Steps:

1. Heat a olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add diced red bell peppers,sliced green chiles and chopped vidalia onion,saute for 5 minutes until tender.Season with 1 teaspoon creole seasoning and set aside.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
3. In a large bowl,combine ground sirloin,egg whites,bread crumbs,steak sauce,garlic powder,remaining creole seasoning,sauteed pepper mixture and cubed sharp cheddar cheese;mix together.
4. Spoon into a loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until no longer pink.
5. For Creole Cheese Sauce:in a medium saucepan,heat margarine and flour over medium heat,whisk together for 3 minutes.Add milk,creole mustard,american and parmesan cheese and hot pepper sauce,whisk again for 5 minutes until smooth and creamy.
6. Place the meatloaf on a large platter.Drizzle with the sauce.Cut in 1-inch wide slice.