This delicious Quaker Oats meatloaf recipe adds the taste and nutrition of oats to bind the ingredients together.

It's a very tasty variation on the classic meat loaf.

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 cup uncooked, non-instant oatmeal or oats
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 cup chopped parsley, flat leaf if possible or 3 tablespoons dried parsley
Salt and pepper

Directions:
Beat egg and add milk. Mix together. Pour over oatmeal and soak for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350°.

After oats have been soaked add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Put into a loaf pan or form into a loaf and place on baking sheet.

Bake for 35-45 minutes or until brown and crusty on the outside.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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• This recipe can be cooked in the microwave, although I prefer it baked in the oven. Place in a glass or other microwave safe baking dish (non metal) and cook on high for 16 to 20 minutes. Rotate every 5 to 7 minutes if your microwave does not rotate. Let loaf rest for 5 minutes before serving.

• The top of the meatloaf can be covered with 1/2 cup tomato sauce or ketchup if desired for added flavor.