Spinach-Parmesan Meatloaf

• lbs ground beef↗1 1⁄2
• ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (half of a 10 oz. pkg.)5
• cup chopped yellow onion1⁄4
• garlic clove, minced↗1 -2
• tablespoons chopped fresh parsley2
• cup finely crushed saltine1⁄2
• cup freshly grated parmesan cheese1⁄2
• cup whole milk↗1⁄4
• teaspoon dried thyme↗1⁄4
• teaspoon salt↗1⁄2
• teaspoon fresh ground pepper↗1⁄4
• freshly grated nutmeg (a pinch)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°.

2. 2

   In a big bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well.

3. 3

   Transfer mixture to a lightly sprayed 9 x 5 inch loaf pan; gently pat down.

4. 4

   Bake about 1 hour, until the loaf is firm and the top is lightly browned.

5. 5

   Let stand in pan for 5-10 minutes before serving.

6. 6

   Remove loaf from the pan; slice to serve.

7. 7

   Garnish with black olives, if desired.