Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well (mixture will be moist).
2. Shape into a round loaf; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until no pink remains and a meat thermometer reads 160°.
3. In a small bowl, whisk the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon over the meat loaf.
4. Cook 15 minutes longer or until heated through.
5. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Yield: 6 servings.