This recipe for Meatloaf Sandwich on Focaccia is piled high with tender meatloaf, melted cheese, and a homemade spread for the ultimate comfort food. This sandwich is a hearty addition to lunch or dinner and is the best way to enjoy leftover meatloaf.
Ingredients
Meatloaf
Sandwich
Spread
How to make it
1
Heat oven to 350°F.
2
For spread, soften tomatoes according to package directions; coarsely chop.
3
In small bowl, combine softened tomatoes, mayonnaise, garlic and hot pepper sauce; mix well.
4
Cover and chill.
5
For meatloaf, combine all ingredients in large bowl; mix lightly but thoroughly.
6
Press meat mixture evenly into 9 x 5-inch metal loaf pan.
7
Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until meatloaf is to medium doneness and center is no longer pink (160°F for beef; 170°F for turkey).
8
Drain off any juices.
9
Let meatloaf stand 5 minutes before cutting.
10
To serve, cut focaccia into 8 rectangles; cut each rectangle in half horizontally.
11
Spread 1 tablespoon spread on inside surfaces of each focaccia piece.
12
Cut meatloaf into 8 slices; place on half the focaccia rectangles.
13
Top with cheese and lettuce; cover with remaining pieces of focaccia.