1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. barbecue sauce
1/2 c. dry bread crumbs
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/4 c. finely chopped green pepper
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. basil
1/8 tsp. pepper

Mix together all ingredients except 1/4 cup barbecue sauce. Shape into firm 7 x 3 inch loaf in 10 x 6 glass baking dish. Top with remaining barbecue sauce. Microwave uncovered at high for 12 to 14 minutes, rotating dish halfway through cooking. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. 4 to 6 servings.