Recipe: Hidden Treasure Meat Loaf (1963)

HIDDEN TREASURE MEAT LOAF

"Little squares of cheese melt within this juicy loaf with tomato topping. Cut into squares instead of slices for easy serving and an attractive appearance."

2 cups soft bread crumbs
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons salt
Dash of pepper
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup finely minced onion
1/2 pound sharp American cheese, cut in small cubes
Catsup (for topping)
sprigs of parsley or stuffed olive slices (optional garnishes)

Pour milk over crumbs; add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and eggs and beat until smooth and creamy. Add beef and onion, mix only until blended.

Place half the mixture in a buttered 8-inch square baking dish. Press cheese cubes lightly into the mixture, then cover with remaining meat and smooth the top. Cover with a thin layer of catsup.

Bake in a 350 degree F oven about 45 to 50 minutes. Cut into 9 squares, garnish each with a sprig of parsley or slice of stuffed olive.

Makes 9 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe booklet: Fit for a King, National Dairy Council, 1963