The Lazy Cook: Mom's Favorite Meatloaf

Do you Menu?

Menu Planning may sound like a lot of work, but it's actually one of the laziest things I've ever done. Since I started planning our meals for the week (and eventually the month) I've noticed some improvements in the way we eat and in the way I shop. Knowing what's for dinner not only saves time, it saves money and helps us eat healthier as well.

By planning out the week's meals I can make a more effective list for the grocery store and purchase only those items that we will need for the week. I make fewer impulse and duplicate purchases, and have practically eliminated the mid-week run to the grocery store—not to mention those impromptu take-out nights.

And if you display your menu where the family will see it, you'll never hear the words, "Mom, what's for dinner?" again!

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Mom's Favorite Meatloaf

Mom's Favorite Meatloaf

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 egg
8 ounce can tomato sauce, divided
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup water

Mix together meat, onion, green pepper, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, worcestershire sauce, egg, and 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce. Form into a loaf; place in a baking pan. Mix together remaining tomato sauce, vinegar, mustard and sugar; pour over meat loaf; pour water into pan (do not stir water into sauce mixture.) Bake in a preheated 350° oven for about 1 hour, or until done.

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Mom's Favorite Meatloaf

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