Meatloaf with Ketchup Balsamic Glaze Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Servings: 12 Ingredients - 3 tablespoons olive oil - 2 carrots - finely diced - 1/2 red pepper - finely diced - 1/2 yellow pepper - finely diced - 1/4 cup onion chopped - 5 garlic cloves - chopped - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes - divided - salt and pepper - 2 eggs - large, slightly beaten - 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, fresh - chopped - 1/4 cup parsley - fresh - chopped (more for garnish) - 1 pound ground beef - 1 pound ground pork - 1 cup bread crumbs - Italian style - 1/2 cup parmesan/romano/asiago shredded cheese mix - 1 cup ketchup - divided	1

	- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar    One bite of this fantastic meatloaf will convince you that it's one of the best you’ve ever tasted.   Directions Preheat oven to 425° F. Heat oil in large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the carrots, peppers, onion, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook until vegetables are soft; approximately 5 minutes. Set aside to cool. Whisk together the eggs and herbs in a large bowl. Add meat, bread crumbs, cheese, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, the cooked vegetables and mix with hands, just until combined (don't over mix). Mold the meatloaf on large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Whisk together 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Brush all over the top of the meatloaf. Bake for 1 hour. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.	2