Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup tomato juice
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
2 tsp. dry mustard
Glaze:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Notes:
Preheat Oven: 400 degrees. Serves: 5-6 people
Instructions:
- In a large bowl combine mix together ketchup, tomato juice, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, eggs, bread crumbs, onions, and mustard. Mix until thoroughly blended.
- Add ground beef, mix gently until combined. Line a loaf pan with tin foil, and gently press in the beef mixture. Don't press too hard or the meat loaf will be heavy.
- In a separate bowl, combine all topping ingredients, blend well. Spread evenly over top of meat loaf.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until meat loaf is done and no pink shows when sliced.
- Remove from over, drain off fat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.