Sicilian Meat Roll

Sicilian Meat Roll

2 eggs, beaten

¼ C. soft bread crumbs

½ C. tomato juice

2 Tbsp. parsley, minced

½ tsp. Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

1 clove garlic, minced

2 lbs. ground beef

8 slices deli ham

1 ½ C. mozzarella cheese, shredded

6 slices mozzarella cheese

Combine eggs, bread crumbs, tomato juice, and seasonings including garlic. Add the ground beef and mix well. Turn onto a foil lined board and pat into a 12 x 10 inch rectangle. Arrange the ham and cheese on top, leaving room around the edges. Roll up from the short end, making sure to keep all the ham and cheese inside the roll. Seal the edges and ends well. Place the roll seam side down in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees until done, about 1-1 ½ hours. At the end of cooking place the cheese slices on top and allow to melt, remove from oven and serve.