Recipe Name Meat Loaf Submitted by kfreeman Recipe Description Made with lean ground beef and a little olive oil, this meat loaf stays moist. It can also be used for meat balls. Quantity 1 Quantity Unit loaf Prep Time (minutes) 20 Cook Time (minutes) 45 Ready In (minutes) 65

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 1 pound Beef, ground, 93% lean meat / 7% fat, raw 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin 1 slice bread (white or wheat) 4 ounces Cheese, parmesan, grated 1/2 cup Bread crumbs, seasoned 1 large eggs, beaten 4 cloves garlic crushed 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (can use dried) 1 tablespoon basil (dried),crushed Steps Sequence Step 1 Soak slice bread in olive oil for 15-30 minutes. In a bowl, combine ground beef, crushed garlic parmesean cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, parsley, basil, salt and pepper until well combine. Break up bread slices and add, mixing well. Makes 1 loaf or 12 2-inch meatballs