Meatloaf Bourguignon

2 1/2 lb Lean ground beef
1/2 lb Ground pork or 1/2 lb Sausage meat
2 lg Onions; chopped
3 clove Garlic; minced
1/2 cup Fresh parsley; minced
2 tsp Dried oregano
2 tsp Dried thyme
2 tsp Nutmeg
2 tsp Salt; optional
1 tsp Pepper
3 tbsp Unsalted crackers; crushed
1/2 cup Walnuts; finely minced
2 Eggs; slightly beaten
1/2 lb Cheddar cheese; cut into 1/8-inch slices
Parsley sprigs

Into a large bowl place all the ingredients except the cheese and parsley sprigs in the order given. Knead the mixture well to mix thoroughly,. Divide the mixture in half and form each half into a compact loaf approximately 1 1/2 inches in depth. Place the cheese on the top of one of the loaves and top with the other loaf. Pinch the loaves together well, to seal. Place in a shallow roasting pan and bake in a preheated 400 degree oven 1 hour. Remove from the oven. Slice the loaf and arrange slices on a warm platter. Garnish with parsley sprigs.

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