Bolognese Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 1 celery rib chopped

• 1 carrot chopped

• 1/2 onion chopped

• 1/4 pound pancetta chopped

• 1/3 cup white wine

• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef

• 2 eggs

• 2 slices white bread torn

• 1/2-3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1/4 cup chicken broth

• Salt and pepper

• 1 cup marinara sauce

Directions

1. Melt the butter and saute the celery, carrots, onions and pancetta until softened. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Let it reduce by half and turn off the heat.

2. Meanwhile add the ground beef, eggs, bread, panko, milk, chicken broth, salt and pepper to a boil. Add the sautéed vegetables and combine.

3. Form into a loaf and transfer to a prepared baking dish. Spread 1/2 of the marinara over top and transfer to a 375 degree oven for about an hour until cooked through.

4. Heat remaining marinara and serve alongside the meatloaf.