INDIVIDUAL CHEESY MEAT LOAVES

NOTE:  This makes 2 individual meat loaves.  Double the recipe if you are serving 4 persons.
1 egg
2 tbsp picante sauce
1/4 cup oats
1 tsp dry minced onion
1/4 tsp chili powder
dash of salt
1/2 lb 80/20 ground beef*
1/3 cup picante sauce for topping
1/4 cup shredded Mexican-Blend cheese

In a small bowl combine the egg, picante sauce, oats, onion, chili powder, and salt.  Add the beef and mix together well.  Shape into two equal loaves and place in a microwave-safe baking dish.  Cover and cook on high for 5 to 6 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.

Place the 1/3 cup of picante sauce in a small bowl, cover and microwave on high for 30 seconds.  Pour the sauce over the meat loaves and top with the shredded cheese.  Cover and microwave 45 to 60 seconds until the cheese is melted.

 *Ground chicken or turkey may be substituted.

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