Creole-Style Meatloaf

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

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2. 2

   In a large bowl, add the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, green bell pepper, beaten egg, salt, and dried thyme.

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3. 3

   Pour in the tomato sauce designated for the meatloaf and mix gently with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.

4. 4

   Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf and place it in a shallow baking dish or on a foil-lined baking sheet.

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5. 5

   Bake for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and browned on top.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: An instant-read thermometer should register 71°C (160°F) in the center.

6. 6

   While the meatloaf bakes, prepare the sauce. Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.

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7. 7

   Add the sliced celery to the saucepan and cook for about 5 minutes, until it begins to soften.

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8. 8

   Pour in the remaining tomato sauce for the sauce, stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

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9. 9

   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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10. 10

    Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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    ملاحظة الطاهي: Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meatloaf.

11. 11

    Slice the meatloaf and serve warm, topped with the prepared tomato sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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