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Virginia, a main character in <a href="/Books/BookCard?id=the-spy-and-the-homemaker">The Spy and the Homemaker</a> loved taking care of her husband and three boys. She came from a large family and loved socializing with her neighbors and friends. Running after three active boys, she had to stay organized and looked for easy but yummy recipes. Author's Note

Step back in time with this classic early-Americana meatloaf recipe, a nostalgic blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and savory spices, topped with a rich, tangy tomato glaze that captures the comforting essence of traditional American home cooking. This hearty, simple-to-prepare dish, often served with creamy mashed potatoes and green beans, epitomizes the quintessential family dinner of the post-war era, bringing a taste of the past to today's table. Overview of Recipe

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Appetizer - Starters and small dishes Beverage - A drinkable liquid, excluding water Bread - Various types of bread, including loaves, rolls, and flatbreads Breakfast - The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning Brunch - A late morning meal eaten instead of breakfast and lunch Dessert - Sweet course that concludes a meal Dinner - Last meal of the day Lunch - A meal typically eaten in the early afternoon Salad - Dish consisting of mixed ingredients Sauces - Used as aprt of other dishes and an ingredient or as an added flavor Side Dish - A secondary dish served alongside the main course Snack - A small portion of food eaten between meals Soup - A liquid dish, typically savory and served warm Undefined - This meal category has not yet been defined Recipe Category

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