Fancy Swirl Meatloaf

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 1 Minutes

Ready In: 31 Minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs ground sirloin (or 96% fat-free healthy choice ground beef)

1 small yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/4 cups italian seasoned breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons parsley flakes

1 tablespoon italian herb seasoning

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1/4 cup fat free egg substitute

1/4 cup dry red wine

1 cup fresh basil leaf, rinsed and packed into measuring cup

1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomato, drained (packed in water)

4 ounces lowfat swiss cheese or 4 ounces monterey jack cheese or 4 ounces mozzarella cheese or 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375.
2. In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients.
3. Blend in egg substitute and wine and mix thoroughly.
4. Spread out on a large sheet of parchment or wax paper.
5. Press the meatloaf mixture into a 7 1/2x10 rectangle on the sheet of paper.
6. Arrange the basil leaves over the surface and sprinkle chopped dried tomatoes over the top of the basil.
7. Then sprinkle with the cheese.
8. Using the paper to move things along, roll the meatloaf up like a jelly-roll.
9. As the meatloaf starts cracking, keep pressing it smooth again as you roll.
10. Roll the loaf as tightly as you can, peeling the paper away as you roll.
11. Place this beautiful loaf seam-side down in a 5x9 loaf pan that has been sprayed with Pam.
12. Cook at 350 for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until cooked throughout and nice and crusty on top.
13. Serve hot or cold.

By RecipeOfHealth.com