The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.

This meatloaf is packed with onion, carrot, and bell pepper and topped with a spicy tomato sauce. It's a healthier alternative to regular meatloaf yet still tastes delicious.

1 1/2 pound lean ground beef or turkey
3/4 cup quick or old fashioned oats, uncooked
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup shredded carrot
2/3 cup finely chopped red or green bell pepper or combination
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup ketchup
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 can (10 ounce size) diced tomatoes with green chiles
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine meatloaf ingredients; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape meatloaf mixture into 10 x 6-inch loaf on rack of broiler pan.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until meatloaf is to medium doneness (160 degrees F for beef, 170 degrees F for turkey).
Spoon tomatoes into microwave-safe bowl; microwave covered on HIGH until heated through. Slice meatloaf; top with tomatoes.
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The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.

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reviews & comments
December 4, 2016
Excellent flavor! The carrots and ketchup combine to give this meatloaf a slightly sweet taste. Lots of veggies make it seem like a healthier alternative sort of meatloaf.
February 16, 2013
Loved all the veggies in this recipe. I think they helped keep it so moist and give it extra flavor. I usually like to make a meatloaf sandwich with the leftovers, but there were none with this recipe!