Microwave Meatloaf: the quickest method for meatloaf, this tasty ground beef recipe can also be baked in the oven.

Microwave Meatloaf

This Meatloaf recipe is quick to prepare in the microwave, but if you prefer a browned, crisper presentation, the oven will do fine. If you have a pizza oven, it should only take about half an hour at 425° F. The Chutney Glaze conceals the lack of browning from the microwave, and juices in the pan will be absorbed as the meatloaf cools. This Meatloaf is tangy and juicy. . . .

The Meatloaf above lacks the optional chutney glaze but has a thick, creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce instead.

1 ½ lb. extra-lean ground beef

½ cup fine breadcrumbs (from 2 cups cubed dry French bread)

1 egg

1 tbls Dijon mustard

¼ cup ketchup

1 tbls grated onion

1 tsp fennel seed, crushed

1 tsp crushed peppercorns

1 tsp hot sauce (Bufalo)

½ tsp salt

¼ cup chutney

Place seasonings and crumbs in a large bowl and blend with the egg, onion, hot sauce, mustard, and ketchup. Mix in the meat and combine thoroughly. Place in a lightly oiled glass pie plate and smooth the surface.

Place a spare plate over the pie plate and microwave on high for 10 minutes, then allow to stand while the chutney is heating in the microwave on high for one minute. Pour the chutney over the meat and spread evenly. Allow to stand a few minutes; liquid will be absorbed. Cut into wedges and serve.