Quick Meatloaf with Cheese

Prep Time/Total Time: 15 minutes

Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

1 egg, slightly beaten

3/4 cup soft rye bread crumbs

3/4 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese

3 tablespoons beer, milk, or water

2 tablespoons purchased pesto

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 pound ground beef

Sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, cheese, beer, milk, or water, pesto, nutmeg, and pepper. Add ground beef and mix everything well. Place in an 8x4x3-inch loaf pan.

2.Bake in a 350-degree oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until meat is done.

3. Remove from oven. Transfer to a plate. If desired, diagonally halve slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese. Place three cheese triangles on top of meat loaf. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Makes 4 servings.