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Meatloaf in a Mug

Meatloaf in a Mug on a plate
Makes: 1 Serving

Enjoy this flavorful meatloaf without ever turning on your oven. This delicious single serving meal can be prepared in the microwave.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 pound 85% lean ground beef (or leaner)
  • 2 tablespoons quick cooking oats
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons low-fat 1% milk
  • 1 teaspoon dry onion mix

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Combine all ingredients and stir to mix.
  3. Spray microwave-safe mug with cooking spray.
  4. Pat beef mixture into mug. Make a small hold in center, all the way to the bottom.
  5. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 3 minutes or until done.

Notes

  • Cooking time will increase if more than one meat loaf is placed in the microwave at a time.
  • Leftover dry onion mix can be used as a seasoning for baked or microwaved vegetables.

Food Safety Note: Cook until the internal temperature is 160 °F when measured with a meat thermometer.

Source:

Spend Smart. Eat Smart.
Iowa State University Extension

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 3/4 cup, 1 meatloaf
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 244
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 64 mg
Sodium 423 mg
Carbohydrates 14 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 3 g
Protein 21 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 39 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 381 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 244
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 64 mg
Carbohydrates 14 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 3 g
Protein 21 g
Minerals
Calcium 39 mg
Potassium 381 mg
Sodium 423 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 3 mg
Magnesium 36 mg
Phosphorus 221 mg
Selenium 19 mg
Zinc 5 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 13 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 2.2 mcg
Vitamin C 1 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 2 mcg
Folate 11 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Choline 70 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1/2 ounces
Protein Foods 2 1/2 ounces