EASY LAYERED ITALIAN MEATLOAF

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Whenever your fridge is empty, raid your pantry. Just a jar of pasta sauce is all you need to jump-start this quick dinner idea.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package chicken stuffing mix
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves, divided
1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef
2 cups chopped zucchini
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3/4 cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 375°F
  • Mix stuffing mix with half each of the spaghetti sauce and oregano.
  • Add meat; mix well.
  • Pat into 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • MIX zucchini, mushrooms, remaining spaghetti sauce and remaining oregano. Spoon evenly over meat mixture; cover with foil.
  • BAKE 25 minute
  • Uncover. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, an additional 10 minute or until meatloaf is cooked through (160°F).
  • Cut into six pieces to serve.
  • KITCHENS TIPS:
  • Adding spaghetti sauce to the meat mixture not only adds flavor but also helps to keep the baked meatloaf moist.
  • Serve with your favorite cooked vegetables such as steamed green beans and boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.4, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 1069.3, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 14, Protein 30.9

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