Classic Italian Meatloaf / Polpettone

Ingredients (18)

• FOR THE POLPETTONE:
• 1.3 pounds leaner ground beef
• 10 1/2 ounces Italian sausages (about 3 sausages)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 2 slices bread* (soaked in milk and excess moisture squeezed)
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1 egg
• 2 pinches salt**
• 2 dashes pepper
• *if possible use day old Italian bread, crust removed.:
• **check for salt in the sausages before adding 2 pinches.:
• FOR THE ROASTED POTATOES & ONIONS:
• 3-4 medium - large potatoes (peeled and large cubed)
• 1-2 onions (peeled and quartered)
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (leaves only chopped)
• 1-2 teaspoons oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil