Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 2 c. soft bread crumbs
  • 1/2 c. celery
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1/4 c. green pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 c. ketchup
  • 1/4 c. chili powder
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Method

  • Combine the following ingredients in a mixing bowl:
  • ground beef, bread cubes, celery, onion, green pepper, salt, egg and 1/2 cup ketchup.
  • Mix well and pat evenly into a glass dish.
  • Brush meat loaf with this mixture:
  • 1/2 cup ketchup, chili powder, brown sugar, lemon juice, dry mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Microwave for 25 to 35 minutes on Medium-high heat or until done. Pour off liquid and let stand covered with foil for 5 minutes.