Meatloaf

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Place the onion, garlic, ketchup, and egg in a large bowl; stir to combine.
3. 3
   Add meat and mix until well combined.
4. 4
   Add breadcrumbs and cheese and continue mixing until thoroughly incorporated.
5. 5
   Transfer meat mixture to an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-by-2 1/2-inch loaf pan.
6. 6
   Top with bacon strips, if desired, and cover with parchment-paper-lined aluminum foil.
7. 7
   Transfer to oven and bake until meat is no longer pink, about 55 minutes.
8. 8
   Uncover, and continue baking an additional 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Let meatloaf stand, loosely covered, about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.