Meat Loaf

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the beef, saltine crumbs, Cheddar, eggs, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Use your hands to gently mix the ingredients together until well blended.

Step 4

Try to keep a light touch and not overwork the mixture.

Step 5

On a 9 x 13-inch or other large baking pan, form the mixture into a roughly 6 x 9-inch loaf.

Step 6

Drizzle the ketchup down the center of the loaf and brush it over the top to cover.

Step 7

Bake until firm (170°F on an instant-read thermometer), about 1 hour.

Step 8

Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm.

Step 10

Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.