Lighter Blue-Plate Special Recipe

Name: Lighter Blue-Plate Special
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1/4 medium onion, chopped; 1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 1 large egg white; 3/4 pound ground beef sirloin; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 1/4 cup homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce; 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick; 3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 pound green beans, stem ends removed; 1 teaspoon olive oil

Servings: persons

2 small carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1/4 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1 large egg white
3/4 pound ground beef sirloin
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 pound green beans, stem ends removed
1 teaspoon olive oil

1
Preheat oven to 450F.
2
Process carrots, celery, onion, and panko with egg white in a food processor until finely chopped and combined, about 1 minute.
3
Transfer to a large bowl; mix in beef, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
4
On a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, form meat mixture into a 6-inch-long loaf; brush with half the barbecue sauce.
5
Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted in loaf registers 160F, 25 to 30 minutes, brushing halfway through with remaining sauce.
6
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water by 1 inch.
7
Bring to a boil; add salt.
8
Reduce to a simmer, and cook until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 15 to 20 minutes.
9
Drain; return to pan.
10
Stir over medium until a starchy film forms on bottom of pan, about 1 minute.
11
Remove from heat; mash with buttermilk until smooth.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
While potatoes cook, set a steamer basket in a pot filled with 1 inch of simmering water.
14
Add green beans; cover, and cook until crisp-tender and bright green, 4 to 6 minutes.
15
Transfer to a bowl; add oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss.
16
Serve meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans.
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(Per Serving)
18
Calories: 327
19
Fat: 5.9g (2.2g Saturated Fat)
20
Protein: 24.7g
21
Carbohydrates: 45.2g
22
Fiber: 7g

735

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small carrots, chopped, 2 celery stalks, chopped, 1/4 medium onion, chopped, 1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), and more.

Yes, Lighter Blue-Plate Special falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lighter Blue-Plate Special

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Variations & substitutions

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