By Liz Scott

Gluten-Free Meat Loaf

SERVES 4

This unusual take on the classic American favorite contains no garlic, onion or peppers. You can substitute your favorite shredded vegetables in place of the broccoli and carrots. For a hint of sweetness, replace 4 tablespoons lime juice with an equal amount of orange juice.

2 pounds ground beef

2 cups mixed shredded broccoli stems and carrots

2 teaspoons lemon juice

½ cup + 2 tablespoons lime juice

2 tablespoons apricot jam

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Put all ingredients into a medium mixing bowl. Knead with your hands or mix with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are well blended.

3. Form meat mixture into a loaf and place in a shallow baking pan. Bake in preheated over for 35 minutes or until cooked through. Serve hot.

Each serving contains 622 calories, 45g total fat, 17g saturated fat, 3g trans fat, 159mg cholesterol, 14g carbohydrate, 182mg sodium, 1g fiber, 40g protein. LW

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