Truly Edible Meatloaf

1 tbsp Butter

1 large onion, finely chopped

4 celery stalks, finely sliced

1 green bell pepper, finely chopped

4 spring onions, sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley

1 tbsp chili sauce

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

2 bay leaves

1/2 cup evaporated milk

1/2 cup ketchup

1 lb ground beef

1 lb ground Italian sausage

2 eggs

1 1/4 breadcrumbs

salt and pepper

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan and add the onion, celery, pepper, spring onions, garlic, parsley, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce and bay leaves. Cook over a gentle heat, stirring occasionally, for about 6 minutes.

2. Add the evaporated milk and ketchup and continue to cook for a further 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Discard the bay leaves.

3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

4. Place the beef and pork in a large bowl, add the eggs, breadcrumbs and vegetable mixture, and season. Place the mixture in an ungreased roasting dish and bake for 25 minutes. Raise the temp to 375 degrees and bake for a further 45 minutes.