WW: Cheddar Potato Topped Meatloaf (7 points)

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WW: Cheddar Potato Topped Meatloaf (7 points)

Meatloaf:
11/2 lbs. ground Lean Beef
1 cup onions, chopped
1 cup bell peppers, chopped
1/3 cup fat-free saltine crackers crumbs
2 whole egg whites, slightly beaten
3 tbsp. skim milk
1 tsp. Thyme
3/4 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Topping:
3 cups mashed potatoes
1 3/4 cup skim milk
1 2/3 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and cooked
3/4 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded

Preheat oven to 375ºF. Prepare a 9-in. baking pan with cooking spray; set aside.

To prepare meatloaf, combine beef, onions, bell peppers, crumbs, egg whites, three tablespoons milk, thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well with hands. Press mixture into bottom of prepared pan.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until beef is no longer pink inside.

Meanwhile, in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine mashed potatoes, remaining milk, mixed vegetables, remaining salt and remaining black pepper. Mix well.

Spread potato mixture over chicken mixture to edge of pan. Sprinkle with cheese.

Broil 4-inches from heat for 5 minutes, or until top is lightly browned.

354 Calories;4g Fat;35g Protein; 40g Carbohydrate; 69mg Cholesterol; 1047mg Sodium
WW Pts: 7
6 servings