Recipe: Richard Simmon's Veggie Garden Loaf (using oatmeal and oat bran)

VEGGIE GARDEN LOAF

"Why the sudden interest in oat bran? Oat bran is the fibrous outer layer of the oat grain, which is generally removed when the grain is processed into oatmeal. Now that we know the importance of fiber in a well balanced diet, it is a good practice to put some of that oat bran back into our food."

1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup grated zucchini
1 cup sliced steamed carrots
1 cup steamed broccoli flowerettes
3/4 cup uncooked oatmeal
1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled
3 tbsp oat bran
3 oz shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 egg
1 egg white
1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
1/4 tsp rubbed sage
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

In small skillet heat olive oil and saute onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

In large bowl combine zucchini, carrot, broccoli, oatmeal, breadcrumbs, oat bran and cheese.

In small bowl beat together tomato sauce, egg and egg white, seasonings and Parmesan.

Combine all ingredients and stir thoroughly to mix.

Turn mixture into 9x5-inch loaf pan coated with non-stick spray.

Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until firm. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Makes 6 servings

DEAL-A-MEAL CARDS USED:
1 Bread 1 Meat 1 Vegetable 1 Fat 198 Calories

Source: Richard Simmons Deal-A-Meal Golden Edition Cookbook, 1990