Recipe

Here is what has been happening at the Dart House:

*Greg graduated Summa Cum Laude with his Masters Degree in Instructional Technology. Way to go Greg!
*Alexis got to perform at the Miss Ephraim Pageant with her dance class and her recital is coming up.
*Greg traveled to Mesquite and Cedar City for work and the whole family tagged along.
*Denali tripped and fell in the pool at the hotel. But she's fine, it just was scary.
*Denali has regressed and has at least one accident every day. =(
*Paxton has learned to smile and does it often. Although we haven't caught a good one on camera yet.
*Dawn is behind on everything as she is adjusting to having three children.
*We planted some vegetables: carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers.
*We know nothing about gardening and are hopeful to get at least one of each. =)
*Spring is here and we are loving it!!

So here is a recipe as promised:

Sweet-and-Sour Meat Loaf

SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Microwave
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
Ingredients:
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons onion soup mix
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, dry soup mix, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into an oval loaf.
Place in a shallow 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°; drain.
Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine the sugars, vinegar and remaining ketchup; drizzle over meat loaf. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 4 servings.

It is only 4 servings, so I double it if anyone is joining us for dinner. I also bake it in the oven at 350 for an hour. I haven't tried it in the microwave. I just enjoy the smell of it baking. It's easy and very yummy. My girls love it. If you try it, let me know what you think!