Cajun Meat Loaf

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.

Sauté 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.

Place the ground beef and pork in an ungreased 13×9-inch baking pan.

Add the eggs, the cooked vegetable mixture and the bread crumbs, remove the bay leaves.

Mix by hand until thoroughly combined. In the center of the pan, shape the mixture into a loaf that is about 1½ inches high, 6 inches wide and 12 inches long.

Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, then raise heat to 400℉ (200℃) and continue cooking until done, about 35 minutes longer.

Serve immediately as is or with Very Hot Cajun Sauce for Beef.