2 lbs. ground beef
1 1/2 c. coarse soft bread crumbs
1 c. applesauce
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 med. onion, chopped
1 egg
4 oz. Cheddar cheese

Combine bread crumbs, applesauce, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Add ground beef, onion and egg. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Cut cheese into 1/2 inch cubes and fold into meat mixture. Pack into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before removing from pan. (8 servings)