Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 2 whole bay leaves 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp white pepper 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 4 T. Unsalted Butter 3/4 c. finely chopped onions 1/2 c. green bell peppers, chopped 1/4 c. green onions, finely chopped 2 tsp. minced garlic 1 T. tabasco sauce 1 T. worcestershire sauce 1/2 c. evaporated milk 1/2 c. ketchup 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef 1/2 lb. ground pork 2 Eggs, lightly beaten 1 c. fine bread crumbs
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Directions: |
Directions:Combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Melt the butter in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, bell peppers, green onions, garlic, Tabasco, Worcestershire and seasoning mix. Saute until mixture starts sticking excessively; about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the pan bottom well. Stir in the milk and ketchup. Continue cooking for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool to room temperature. REMOVE BAY LEAVES. Place ground beef and pork in an ungreased 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Add the eggs, cooked vegetable mixture (cooled) and the bread crumbs. Mix by hand until thoroughly combined. In the center of the pan, shape the mixture into a loaf that is about 1 1/2 inches high, 6 inches wide and 12 inches long. Bake uncovered at 350° for 25 minutes, then raise heat to 400° and continue to cook until done, about 35 minutes longer. |