How to Make Meatloaf

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats add fiber, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: tomato puree

💰Cheaper: homemade sauce

Tomato puree has no added sugars, and homemade sauce can be made at a lower cost.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a vegan option, while applesauce adds moisture and sweetness.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a standard size loaf pan with cooking spray.

Add all of the meatloaf ingredients to a large bowl and gently mix everything to combine.

Add the meat mixture to a loaf pan and gently pat into an even layer.

Bake for about 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the meatloaf sauce by combining all ingredients in a bowl.

Remove meatloaf from oven and spread sauce on top.

Return to oven for 10-20 minutes or until cooked through.

Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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