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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (185g) Recipe makes 6 servings
Calories 290
Calories from Fat 149		(51%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 16.6g	25%
	Saturated Fat 7.7g	38%
	Monounsaturated Fat 6.4g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 121mg		40%
Sodium 645mg		26%
Potassium 508mg		14%
Total Carbohydrate 10.3g		3%
	Dietary Fiber 0.4g	1%
	Sugars 7.1g
Protein 24.3g		48%
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Maple Sage Meatloaf

Recipe #91464 | 1½ hours | 15 min prep | add private note

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By: Mercy
May 20, 2004

This recipe was originally adapted from the good ol' Better Homes and Gardens plaid cookbook. I changed it around a little because I don't really like using fillers like cracker crumbs or breadcrumbs. I tend to think of the crumbs as being evil, little, thirsty sponges absorbing all of the fats and grease that would, otherwise, drain out. I confess that I have used TVP (texturized vegetable protein) as an extender when I just didn't have enough ground meat. Grated carrots, mushrooms, zucchini and/or other vegetables can be added in the uncooked mix to lighten up the density. By the way, the leftovers make an unbeatable sandwich! My husband likes to doctor his meatloaf sandwiches up with mayonnaise, ketchup and hot sauce.

SERVES 6 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
3/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 cup ketchup (or chili sauce)
2 tablespoons maple syrup (or brown sugar)
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce

Directions

1
(I like to microwave the chopped onion for a minute or two on High prior to mixing it into the loaf) Combine the first seven ingredients together with your hands until thoroughly mixed.
2
Pat the mixture into a freeform loaf-shape in a casserole dish.
3
Mix together the last 4 ingredients and spread over the top of the loaf, dripping a little down the sides.
4
Bake at 350°F for 1 hour and 15 minutes (I usually drain off the fat after 45 minutes and at the end of the cooking time).

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Dietary > Low in... > Reduced Carbs

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From: WI Cheesehead

On May 19, 2008

I was a little concerned that there were no breadcrumbs or oatmeal in this, as it was very wet, so I added some oatmeal. I used ground turkey, light sour cream, 1 T parsley (ran out), rehydrated minced onions and the ketchup/brown sugar option. Adults liked it, kids were so-so. It seemed to have a strong sagey taste, even with only 1/2 tsp; maybe it was the missing parsley. As I said, adults liked it, but I will probably stick to my meatloaf, in hopes that the kids will eat it! Tagged in I Recommend.

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From: WiGal

On May 5, 2008

Loved the sauce on top! I used maple syrup. Never thought of using maple syrup that way. Thanks for sharing, Mercy. Made for "I Recommend" game.

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From: Trisha W

On Jun 9, 2004

Thoroughly enjoyed! I had never made meatloaf with sour cream before, but it was a very tasty mixture. The sauce on top was a real hit. I used the chili sauce and brown sugar, but next time want to try the maple syrup- since maple is in the name I really loved my meatloaf sandwich the next day too, with ketchup and miracle whip added to the bread! Yum!! Thanks, Mercy.

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From: RebeccaJ98

On Feb 27, 2006

I made this recipe for my husband one night and he loved it. It was the best meatloaf I've ever made!! I used brown sugar since I wasn't sure that sugar-free syrup would work. Thanks so much for sharing.

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