"This easy slow cooker Italian meat loaf is made with lean ground sirloin, freshly grated zucchini, and zesty Italian spices & herbs. Your family will LOVE this, and your kids will never know they're eating healthy vegetables!..."
INGREDIENTS
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Olive oil in a spritzer bottle, or non-stick cooking spray
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2 pounds extra lean ground sirloin (or bison)
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2 large eggs
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1 cup (about 1 medium size) zucchini, grated and excess liquid squeezed out
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped, plus extra for garnish
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4 cloves freshly minced garlic
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3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 Tablespoon dried oregano
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2 Tablespoons minced dry onion or onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon sea or Kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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FOR THE TOPPING
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1/4 cup ketchup or tomato sauce
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1/4 cup shredded or 2-3 slices mozzarella cheese
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2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped