Mini meat loaf
Mini meat loaf can be cut into slices which allows your toddler to feed him/herself. The beef provides an excellent source of iron and protein for toddlers.
200 grams minced lean beef topside
2 tablespoons wheat germ (optional)
2 tablespoons fine or medium oatmeal
1 tablespoon tomato paste or tomato sauce
50 mls water, milk or Karicare Toddler Milk
½ cup peeled, grated apple
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsely
A sprinkle of salt and pepper
For topping: 1 tablespoon tomato sauce
- Using a fork thoroughly mix together all ingredients except the topping sauce.
- Pack meat mixture into a tiny loaf pan - (2 cup capacity, measuring approximately 8 by 14 cm, and 5 cm deep).
- Flatten neatly with the fork then spread the remaining tomato sauce over the top.
- Bake or Fan-Bake at 160ºC for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Serve warm or cold, cut into slices.
- When cool, wrap in plastic film or foil and refrigerate. Use within 2 days.
