Meatloaf with garlic and apples

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly butter a 900 g (2 lb) baking dish.
2. In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, rolled oats and milk. Let stand 5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine ground meats, breadcrumb mixture, garlic and eggs. Stir in pesto and grated apples. Season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to buttered pan, packing well. Arrange apple wedges on top, pressing in slightly. Drizzle with apple juice.
4. Cover with aluminium foil and bake for 40 minutes.
5. Remove aluminum foil and continue cooking for 20 minutes. A thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf should reach at least 70°C (160°F) for safe cooking.
6. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with chives and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

This meatloaf can be prepared in the morning, or even the day before, and put in the oven when you get home from work, for a comforting supper served with a spinach salad. You can, of course, use just one type of minced meat.