Meat Loaf

Serves 6

Ingredients:
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 brown onion, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped spring onions/shallots
1/4 cup finely chopped mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 egg whites
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup tomato sauce
250g finely minced lean beef
500g minced chicken

Method:
Preheat oven to 190 degrees C. Spray a 20 x 10cm loaf tin with vegetable oil cooking spray.

In a large non-stick frying pan, heat oil over a medium high heat. Add vegetables, garlic and thyme. Cook, stirring, until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate; cool slightly.

In a mixing bowl, place the egg whites, breadcrumbs and tomato sauce. Add beef and chicken. Mix just until evenly combined. Add vegetable mixture; mix well. Press into prepared tin.

Bake until a metal skewer inserted in centre feels warm, about 55 minutes. Stand for 10 minutes to firm. Turn out, cut into thick slices and serve with potato mash and greens.

Per serving:
Calories 219 / kJ 915 / Carbohydrates 10 g / Fibre 2 g / Protein 29 g / Sodium 331 mg / Fat 7 g / Cholesterol 82 mg