Yummy Meatloaf

Here's a recipe that I have been tinkering with for a bit. Instead of forming it into a loaf, I have sometimes put it into mini loaf pans or greased muffin tins...you just have to adjust the cooking time a little. Let me know what you think...

Meatloaf

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup shredded carrot/parsnip
1/4 cup Italian Dressing
1/2 lb. extra lean ground beef
1/2 lb. ground chicken or turkey
1/2 lb. ground pork
3/4 cup ketchup, divided (I use Heinz Organic)
1 pkg. stuffing mix for chicken
3/4 cup water
2 eggs/whites
1/2 cup shredded Medium or Old Cheddar Cheese or light cheese


Heat oven to 375°F. Cook onions and shredded carrots/parsnips in dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Let cool while doing the next step.

Mix meat, onions, carrots, 1/4 cup ketchup, stuffing mix, water and eggs/whites. Shape into 10x5-inch oval loaf in 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with remaining ketchup.

Bake 55 min. to 1 hour or until cooked through (160°F). Sprinkle with cheese; bake 2 minutes or until melted.