This was a favorite of ours growing up, and, it’s really healthy, too.
Mexican Meatloaf (Courtesy Weight Watchers)
1T plus 1 tsp oil
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped green and red peppers (sweet peppers)
2 cloves of garlic or 1 Teas. powdered garlic
1 packet instant beef broth and seasoning mix or 1 teaspoon granulated beef bouillion
16 ozs ground round
4 ozs cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream substitute
2 T chopped fresh parsley
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/2-1 tsp chili powder
dash of black pepper
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a 9 inch skillet heat oil over medium heat: add onions, peppers, garlic, and broth mix. Saute until onions are translucent. In a medium mixing bowl combine sauteed vegetables with remaining ingredients. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in an 8×8 inch baking pan. Bake until browned, about 45 minutes. Serves 4 people.
Notes: After 30 minutes, you can remove the meatloaf and baste the top with a little ketchup. Then return to oven for remainder of baking time.
