Ingredients
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 egg, lightly beaten1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup cracker crumbs (about 6 crackers)1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, brown sugar and mustard; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg, onion, cracker crumbs, salt, pepper and 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
Shape into a uniform round loaf in a greased microwave-safe 9-in. pie plate. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for 15-17 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, turning dish a quarter turn every 5 minutes. Drain; top with remaining sauce mixture. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
