Cheesy Meat Loaf

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 c. shredded American cheese
- 1/2 c. finely chopped onions
- 1/4 c. finely chopped green peppers
- 1/2 tsp. thyme leaves, crushed
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl; blend thoroughly.
- Spread mixture evenly in a glass loaf dish.
- Cover with wax paper.
- Microwave at power level "High" for 18 to 20 minutes or until center is no longer pink when fork or knife is inserted.
- Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.