Kid Approved: Aussie Beef and Carrot Meatloaf

Preheat the oven to 220C, fan-forced. Line an oven tray with baking paper. Coarsely grate the carrot (see Did you know?).

Put the carrot, beef mince, breadcrumbs, barbecue seasoning, 2 tsp worcestershire sauce* and 1 egg in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Using damp hands, combine well, then shape into an oval loaf and put on the lined tray. Brush with 2 tsp olive oil.

Bake the meatloaf for 20 mins, then brush with 1 tbs barbecue sauce and bake for a further 10 mins or until cooked through.

Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cut into 2cm chunks. Put in a medium saucepan of cold salted water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 10 mins or until tender. Drain, then return to the pan and mash until smooth. Add 20g butter, season with salt and pepper and stir until combined.

While the potato is cooking, bring a small saucepan of water to the boil. Add the peas and cook for 2 mins or until tender. Drain. Slice the meatloaf. Divide the meatloaf, mash and peas among plates and enjoy!

Adding grated carrot to the meatloaf is an easy way to boost nutrition for kids and adults alike. Not only do carrots add a delicious sweetness, but they contain beta-carotene, a superhero antioxidant.