Italian-Style Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small onion, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Transfer to the prepared loaf pan, pressing into the pan and forming a loaf shape.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and water. Spread the mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
4. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Interesting Facts

• This Italian-Style Meatloaf is a great way to use up leftovers - just mix in a few tablespoons of cooked vegetables or cooked pasta.
• This dish can also be served cold, making it a great picnic or potluck dish.
• This meatloaf can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Just thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.