Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 12 cup ketchup
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 12 lb ground pork
  • 12 lb ground beef
  • 34 cup dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 34 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 slices bacon (optional)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Place the onion, garlic, ketchup, and egg in a large bowl; stir to combine.
  • Add meat and mix until well combined.
  • Add breadcrumbs and cheese and continue mixing until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Transfer meat mixture to an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-by-2 1/2-inch loaf pan.
  • Top with bacon strips, if desired, and cover with parchment-paper-lined aluminum foil.
  • Transfer to oven and bake until meat is no longer pink, about 55 minutes.
  • Uncover, and continue baking an additional 30 minutes.
  • Let meatloaf stand, loosely covered, about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.