Meatloaf

 
Making dinner is always difficult for a family of 6.  We are a blended family with
different palates to please but there is one dish that all the kids do enjoy and it is
simple to make and that is Meatloaf. 

· 2/3 cup old-fashioned oats

· 1/2 cup fat-free milk

· 1 pound 97% lean ground veal or 96% lean ground beef

· 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach leaves

· 1/4 cup minced onion

· 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten

· 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

· 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

· 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

· 1 clove garlic, minced

· 1/2 teaspoon salt

· 1/3 cup reduced-sugar or unsweetened ketchup (such as Heinz One Carb)

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly mist an 8 1/2" x 4 1/4" x 3" nonstick loaf pan with olive oil spray. Set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oats and the milk. Let stand for 3 minutes, or until the oats are slightly softened. Add the veal or beef, spinach, onion, egg whites, horseradish, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and salt. With clean hands or a fork, mix well. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press into the pan, patting the top flat. Spread the ketchup over the top.

Bake for 30 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the center registers 160°F and the meat is no longer pink. Let sit for 10 minutes. Cut into 8 slices. Serve immediately.

Bon Appetit!!

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