Sweet 'n' Spicy Meat Loaf
Air Date: 3/6/2008
6 to 8 servings

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1-1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sweet-and-spicy French dressing
2 eggs
1 (4-ounce) can mushrooms, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 9" x 5" loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except ketchup; mix well. Place mixture in pan; spread ketchup evenly over top.

Bake 1 to 1-1/4 hours, or until juices run clear. Allow to sit 5 minutes. Pour off excess juices, slice, and serve.

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NOTE: Served cold on white bread, slices of this meat loaf make a tasty late-night (or anytime) sandwich.