Italian Meatloaf

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground Italian sausage
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 c chopped bell pepper
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp parsley
1 egg, beaten
3/4 c Italian bread crumbs
2 slices white bread, crumbled
1 tbsp milk
8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 c parmesan cheese
1.5 c marinara sauce

1. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over med. high heat and saute the onion and bell pepper for 3-4 min. Remove from heat. 

2. In a large bowl, add the meats, onion and peppers along with all remaining ingredients reserving 3/4 c mozzarella cheese and 1/2 c marinara sauce for topping. 

3. Combine ingredients with hands.  Don't overwork it..

4. Place and mold the mixture in a baking dish of your choice.   Make the loaf about 2-3 inches thick.

5. Spoon the remaining marinara sauce on top and spread around. 

6. Place in a 400 degree oven for 50 min. 

7. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining cheese and sprinkle a little dry basil over the top. Return to the oven for 10 more min.