Slightly Italiano Meat Loaf

[Kitchen Witch]

Slightly Italiano Meat Loaf

Makes 1 12 x-4 1/2 -inch loaf, approximately 12 slices

* 4 oz. pancetta, diced
* 3 eggs
* 3 lbs. lean ground beef
* 40 gr (1/2 cup) finely ground pork rinds
* 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
* 2 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley
* 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 Tbsp. chili powder
* 1 tsp. salt
* 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
* 2 Tbsp. finely diced sundried tomatoes


Preheat oven to 350ºF.

Grind the pancetta in a food processor. Add the eggs and pulse to combine. Place in a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients. Mix well with your hands and pack into a 12 x-4½ -inch loaf pan. Bake at 350ºF for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes before cutting.

Total Carbohydrates: 16.26
Total Carbohydrates Minus Fiber: 11.59
Carbohydrates per Serving: 1.35
Carbohydrates per Serving minus Fiber: .96