Microwave Meatloaf with Tomato Sauce

Directions

1. Place bacon in microwave-proof dish. Cover with paper towel. Microwave on 100 percent power (High) 2 minutes or until just crisp; drain.

2. In large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce, the zucchini, oats, onion, 2 teaspoons of the parsley, the water, 1/2 teaspoon of the garlic, the thyme, salt, and pepper. Add meats and mix. Shape into 7x4x2-inch loaf. Place in microwave-proof pie plate or 2-quart casserole with lid. Microwave, uncovered, on 100 percent power (High) 5 minutes, turning plate once. Combine remaining tomato sauce, remaining parsley, and remaining garlic. Pour evenly over meatloaf. Cover, microwave on 50 percent power (Medium) 25 minutes or until cooked through, turning once. Top with reserved bacon and microwave, covered, 10 minutes more. Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans, if desired. Makes 6 servings.