Classic Italian Meatloaf / Polpettone

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 350° (180° celsius). Lightly oil a medium to large baking dish.

Step 2

In a large bowl add the ground beef, Italian sausage (remove the casing and break into pieces), the parmesan cheese, moist bread, oregano, egg, salt and pepper gently combine well, form into a log and place in prepared baking pan.

Step 3

In a large bowl toss together the cut up potatoes, onions (they can be left out if desired), rosemary, oregano, salt and olive oil. Place around the polpettone.

Step 4

Bake for approximately one hour (halfway through check for excess liquid in the pan and drain carefully if necessary/or when thermometer reads 160F / 70C) . Let sit 5 minutes before cutting. Serve. Enjoy!