Traditional Meatloaf

This is a recipe I found in a Gooseberry Patch cookbook. I've modified the recipe a bit. Even my husband who doesn't particularly like meatloaf LOVED it. It can be frozen too!

• Ready In: 1 hr 50 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  teaspoons butter
• 3⁄4 cup  chopped onion
• 1⁄2 cup  red pepper
• 1⁄2 cup green pepper
• 2  teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2  eggs
• 3⁄4 cup ketchup, divided
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1  tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, plus
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2  lbs ground beef
• 3⁄4 cup  breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Melt butter in large non-stick skillet.
2. Add onion, pepper, and garlic.
3. Cook Uncovered until soft.
4. Meanwhile, beat eggs with fork in large bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup ketchup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
5. Add onion mixture, meat, and bread crumbs.
6. Mix until all ingredients are well blended.
7. Shape into a loaf and place in a 9x5-inch pan.
8. Spoon on remaining ketchup.
9. Bake at 375°F for one hour and 15 minutes or until meat thermometer reads 155°F.
10. Let stand about 15 minutes before slicing.