Family Favorite Meatloaf.

If you're looking for a good recipe for a flavorful, moist meat loaf, you've found it! This recipe has been enjoyed by my family for years. For those who like lots of sauce, double the piquant topping recipe, and heat up the extra portion to be passed around the table.

Family Favorite Meat Loaf

Meat Loaf:
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small bell pepper, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 large carrot, finely shredded
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher or sea salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 large egg
1/4 cup ketchup

Piquant Topping:
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a large baking sheet with sides by lining it with foil. Set aside. If you have a food processor, use it to prepare the vegetables.
In large mixing bowl combine all the ingredients, except for topping, mixing thoroughly with your hands. (Just part of the meatloaf-experience!)
Place meat mixture onto baking sheet and shape into a loaf. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from oven; drain excess grease. Spoon topping over meatloaf. Return to oven and bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to set for 10 minutes before slicing.
For Piquant Topping: Mix together all ingredients in small bowl and follow directions above.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/10 of recipe): 356.6 calories; 53% calories from fat; 20.8g total fat; 90.2mg cholesterol; 550.5mg sodium; 502.1mg potassium; 21.6g carbohydrates; 2.5g fiber; 8.5g sugar; 19.1g net carbs; 20.5g protein.