Ingredients
5 bacon strips1 egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 cup shredded carrots1 medium green pepper, chopped3/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 medium red onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/4 cup ketchup
Preparation
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels; set aside.
Combine the egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, green pepper, crackers, 1/2 cup cheese, onion and seasonings in a large bowl. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
Shape into five loaves. Arrange around the edge of a microwave-safe deep-dish pie plate; top each with a strip of bacon.
Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Spread ketchup over tops and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes.
