Ladylynne's Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
• 1/3 cup tomato juice
• salt and black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 3/4 cup fresh breadcrumb
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons prepared mustard

mix together next 4 ingredients and spread over top meat loaf

• 1/4 cup tomato ketchup
• 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• fresh herb (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine ketchup, tomato juice, salt, and both peppers, eggs, bread crumbs, onions, and mustard. Mix until thoroughly blended.

2. 2

   Add ground beef. Mix gently, but thoroughly.

3. 3

   Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with foil. Press in beef mixture.

4. 4

   In separate bowl, combine the topping ingredients, mixing well. Spread over top of loaf.

5. 5

   Bake at 400°F 45 minutes or until done.

6. 6

   Drain off fat. Rest meatloaf five minutes before serving.