Shelly's Recipe

ITALIAN MEATLOAF II

Category: Meatloaf

2 1/2 lbs ground chuck (at least 85% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
2 large peppers, chopped
2 tbsp garlic
1 16 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp seasoned salt for meat
2 eggs
dash milk
salt and ground pepper to taste
Progresso Italian bread crumbs
4 slices uncooked bacon
1 (16 oz) can tomato sauce

Preheat oven to 375. In a bowl, combine meat, onions, and peppers. Add next 8 ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add enough bread crumbs so meat mixture holds together nicely.

Form into a loaf shape and place in a large baking pan. Put strips of bacon lengthwise over the top, then cover with tomato sauce. Bake uncovered for 1 1/2 hours. Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans. Serves 6 8