Dear Abby’s Everybody’s Favorite Meatloaf
2 lbs. ground beef
1 cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup catsup
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs
Pepper to taste
Salt, if desired
4 strips bacon, if desired
Heat oven to 350ºF.
In large bowl, combine all ingredients except bacon. Shape into loaf; place in 9 x 5-inch loaf pan. Arrange bacon strips on top of meat mixture, if desired. Bake at 350ºF for 60 minutes.
Serves: 6-8
TIP: To reheat, cover with foil; bake at 350ºF for 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Source: Dear Abby’s favorite recipes, by Abigail Van Buren - 1987, 1988.