WILD RICE MEAT LOAF

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I've shared this recipe with many friends. The unique, hearty meat loaf is full of surprises - tangy wild rice and pockets of cheddar cheese make it extra special. Even so, it's not that tricky to prepare...try it and see! -Genie Lang, Jamestown, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 large eggs, beaten
4 cups cooked wild rice
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked lean ground beef

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Firmly press into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70 minutes. Cover with foil during the last 15 minutes if the top is browning too quickly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 932mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.