Meatloaf Tips

Here are some interesting variations to an old American favorite…

· CARIBBEAN: Add salt pork and green onions. Also, try ginger, green pepper and curry powder.

· CHINESE: Add rice (cooked a little on dry side), water chestnuts and sweet-and-sour sauce. Or soy sauce, green onions and ginger.

· FRENCH: Mix in mushrooms, red wine and pepper. Also, try white wine, Dijon mustard and parsley.

· GREEK: Add ground lamb and feta cheese.

· INDIAN: Add "Patak" curry mix (can be purchased at Cost Plus or any Asian Market). Try different prepared curries such as tikka masala, or vindaloo. Add crushed garbanzo beans. Or mix in cubed potatoes, yogurt and mustard seeds.

· ITALIAN: Add oregano, marjoram and Parmesan cheese. Or mix in cooked spinach, nutmeg and garlic. Also try, fennel seeds and chopped Italian sausage.

· MEXICAN: Add fresh cilantro and green chilies. Or add white cheese, chili powder and cumin. If you’re feeling lazy, add a small bottle of salsa.

· POLISH: Add bacon drippings, dill pickles and hard-boiled eggs. Or add horseradish and sour cream.

· PUERTO RICAN: Add sliced green olives, ham and raisins. Or mix in onions, garlic and chopped green bell pepper. Also try chorizo sausage and tomato sauce.

· THAI: Mix in peanuts and hot red peppers. Also, try coconut milk and grated lime zest.

· FILIPINO: Add ground pork, lots of minced garlic, soy sauce, vinegar and catsup.

· MOROCCAN (North African-Mediterranean): Add a tablespoon of cinnamon, currants, parsley, and lots of onions.