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Mediterranean Microwave Meat Loaf (recipes)


Mediterranean Microwave Meat Loaf

Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes

Yield: Makes 4 servings



Ingredients:



1pound 90% lean ground beef

1/4pound Italian sausage, casings removed

1/2cup dry bread crumbs

1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese

1large egg

1/3cup plus 2 tablespoons prepared pasta sauce, divided

2tablespoons lemon juice, divided

1/2teaspoon ground allspice

1/4teaspoon black pepper









Preparation:





1.In large bowl combine ground beef, sausage, bread crumbs, cheese, egg, 1/3 cup pasta sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, allspice and pepper. Mix until blended. Pat into ball. Place in 9-inch glass pie plate or shallow microwavable casserole 9 to 10 inches in diameter. Press into 7-inch circle.**Meat loaf may be frozen at this point. To prepare, thaw in refrigerator and proceed as directed.2.Microwave, lightly covered with paper towels, at HIGH 8 minutes. Pour off drippings. Meanwhile combine 2 tablespoons pasta sauce and remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice; spread over top of meat loaf. Microwave 3 to 5 minutes more or until meat loaf registers 160°F in center. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.







Serving Suggestion:

Serve with frozen stuffed potatoes heated according to package directions and tossed green salad.





Nutritional Information:







Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe







Sodium

558 mg







Protein

31 g







Fiber

1 g







Carbohydrate

16 g







Cholesterol

152 mg







Saturated Fat

11 g







Total Fat

28 g







Calories from Fat

57 %







Calories

455









Dietary Exchange:







Fat

3.5







Meat

4







Starch

1