Tex-Mex Meatloaf With Quick Guacamole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 None large red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 oz tomato puree
2 tbsp taco seasoning mix
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
14 oz can red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 oz breadcrumbs
1 None large egg, beaten lightly
1 None medium ripe avocado
2 tsp lime juice
4 oz tortilla chips
2 oz Cheddar cheese, grated

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F. Line a shallow roasting pan with parchment paper. Line base of a loaf pan with parchment paper, extending paper 2 inch above long sides.
For the meatloaf mixture, place beef, onion, garlic, tomato puree, seasoning, chili powder, if using, beans, breadcrumbs and egg in a large bowl. Using your hands, mix thoroughly to combine. Press firmly into the prepared loaf pan. Turn meatloaf out into the prepared roasting pan and discard paper. Bake 45 mins, or until cooked through.
Meanwhile, for the guacamole, mash avocado with lime juice in a bowl with a fork. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Slice meatloaf and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with guacamole and tortilla chips.