Meatloaf Maximus

Ingredients                                           

3lbs. Ground Beef (for added flavor substitute ground pork, veal, turkey, venison, etc. for 1 of the 3lbs. of ground meat)         

1 tsp. Dried Basil

¼ Cup Fresh parsley (chopped                                                                     

4 Cloves garlic (finely chopped)                                           

1tsp.Oregano                                                                                                                       

¼ cup onion (diced)

¼ cup Green Pepper (diced)

¼ Cup of grated Parmesan cheese

1 1/2 cups of ketchup

1 ½ cups of bread crumbs

1 tbsp. Miracle Whip

2 tbsp. Sweet pickle juice

2 eggs well beaten

Dash of Tabasco

Dash of A1 Steak Sauce

Dash Worcestershire Sauce

Directions

1)         Place all the ingredients minus ½ a cup of ketchup, in a large bowl and mix with hands until thoroughly incorporated.

2)         Form mixture into a loaf and place into a large roasting pan.  Take remaining ketchup and spread evenly over the outside.

3)         Place meatloaf into a preheated 350 degree oven for approximately 1 ½ hours or until juices run clear.

4)         Remove from oven and let sit for 15-20 minutes prior to slicing.  Serve with mashed potatoes and your favorite veggie.