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A classic meat loaf recipe that can be made any day of the week. Use leftovers in sandwiches.

Home-Style Meat Loaf

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon crushed dried thyme
1 pound lean ground beef
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup bread crumbs

1. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and green bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme and garlic salt, mix well and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, beaten eggs, ketchup and Worcestershire. Add the bread crumbs and the cooked vegetable mixture. Stir until just mixed.
4. Shape mixture into an oval shape and put on a lightly greased baking sheet or fill a lightly greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
5. Bake for 30 minutes until browned on top and cooked through.

Makes 4 servings.