Meatloaf

Makes 2 loaves. Good as is or add the Creole Sauce if you prefer. Both are even better when made the night before!

• Ready In: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8-12

Ingredients

• 4  lbs  ground chuck
• 2  cups  breadcrumbs
• 1⁄2 cup  cream or 1⁄2 cup milk
• 3  eggs, beaten
• 1  cup  medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1  green bell pepper, chopped
• 1  cup celery, chopped
• 1  tablespoon  steak sauce
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 4  slices bacon (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Mix all ingredients except bacon by hand until well blended.
3. Divide in half and shape into 2 loaves about 8" X 4" X 3".
4. Place two thick slices of bacon on top of each loaf, if desired, and bake in greased roasting pan for 1 hour and 15 minutes.