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[phlytyer]

Gorgonzola Meat Loaf

6 ounces garlic-flavored croutons
1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 onion, chopped medium
1/2 Cup carrot, coarsely shredded
3 whole garlic cloves, finely minced
1/2 orange bell pepper, chopped medium
18 ounces ground chuck
18 ounces ground sirloin
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1 egg

1. Pre-heat oven of choice to 325°-350°. This works nicely in smoker or covered grill using indirect method. Maple, apple or cherry wood smoke really enhances this meatloaf.

2. In a food processor bowl, combine croutons, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and thyme. Pulse until the croutons are medium fine.

3. In a stand mixer set to slow, combine the vegetables, and ground meat(s) with the bread crumb mixture -- Add salt -- Add the egg and gorgonzola -- Combine thoroughly.

4. Line a 4x9 loaf pan with wax or parchment paper to assist in removal. Pack meat into pan to mold. Cover with parchement paper. Pierce the parchment paper in several places to facilitate drainage during cooking. Turn out of loaf pan onto the parchement paper directly onto grate. Remove any paper used to line pan during molding.

5. Insert a temperature probe at a 45 degree angle into the top of the meatloaf and target 155°-160° internal temp.

6. Remove from heat and allow to rest 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Note: This originally came from Alton Brown's Good Eats Meat Loaf. Then from a member of the TVWBB, came the idea of adding blue cheese and smoking the meat loaf. As I happened to have some Gorgonzola on hand, that is what was used.
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[BBQ Bob Trudnak]

This looks great. i think I will give it a try!

BBQ Bob Trudnak