OLD - FASHIONED MEAT LOAF

By shygirl

Old-Fashioned Meat Loaf
Croutons rather than bread crumbs help hold this well-seasoned meat loaf together.
Source: Midwest Living

Ingredients

• 2 beaten eggs
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Kitchen Bouquet
• 3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 cup plain croutons
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, tomato paste, Kitchen Bouquet, salt and black pepper. Stir in chopped green pepper, celery and onion. Add the ground beef and croutons; mix well.
2. In a shallow baking pan, form meat mixture into a loaf (about 9x4 inches). Cover loosely with foil.
3. Bake in a 350 degree F. oven for 55 to 65 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F. Makes 6 servings.