An interesting variation. Strain the applesauce through a strainer or cheesecloth or you will have too much liquid in it. Tastes rather German, and goes wonderfully with any kind of potatoes.

Ingredients

• Meatloaf:
• 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 Tbsp. fresh or dried minced onion
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. allspice
• 3/4 cup dry oatmeal (rolled oats)
• 1 cup strained unsweetened applesauce
• Topping:
• 1 pared apple, cut in thin rings (or thin slices if you don't care how it looks); tart is best
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/8-1/4 tsp. cloves
• 1 Tbsp. water

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350 deg.
2. Combine all main ingredients for meatloaf and pack down into a greased loaf pan.
3. Press apple rings into top of loaf
4. Mix brown sugar, cloves, and water to make a glaze.
5. Brush glaze on top of meatloaf.
6. Bake 1 hour 15 min., draining off liquid and fat once or twice during that time if necessary.
7. Let stand at least 5 min. before serving.

This recipe was submitted by ketchupqueen on February 8, 2005.