Montana Meatloaf

Ingredients

Lean ground beef

2 pounds

Onion

1, finely chopped

Green bell pepper

1, finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Eggs

2, beaten

Breadcrumbs

1 cup

Milk

1/2 cup

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Ketchup

1/2 cup (for glaze)

Brown sugar

1/4 cup (for glaze)

Yellow mustard

2 tablespoons (for glaze)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf shape and place it in a lightly greased baking dish.
4. In a small bowl, prepare the glaze by mixing together the ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard until smooth.
5. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the shaped meatloaf.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F) and the glaze is caramelized.
7. Once done, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.