Ingredients

1 slice bread, cut into cubes1 large egg2 tablespoons water1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef1 package (2-1/2 ounces) sliced dried beef1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Process bread in a blender or food processor until fine crumbs form; transfer to a bowl. In same blender, combine the egg, water, onion, celery, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Stir into the bread crumbs. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.

On a 16x12-in. piece of waxed paper, shape meat mixture into an 11x8-in. rectangle. Top with the dried beef and cheese to within 1/2 in. of edge. Roll up jelly-roll style,starting with a short side; pinch to seal edges.

Place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.