Meatloaf (made in a Cast Iron Skillet)

 3 lbs ground beef (80/20)

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup crushed saltine crackers, divided

3/4 cup quick oats.

1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, divided

1 large can crushed tomatoes (28 oz), Red Gold Brand,  divided

1/4 cup of milk, divided

1 tsp Italian seasoning, divided

1 tsp garlic powder, divided

1 Tbsp dried parsley, divided

2 tsp salt

1 green bell pepper, chopped fine

1 medium onion, chopped fine

 

 

Put ground beef, eggs, saltine crackers, quick oats, 1/2 can  crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt bell pepper, onion in a large bowl and mix well. Repeat some of the seasoning, adding Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, Worcestershire, milk and cracker and more tomatoes. Adding the same amounts again. Mix well. Spread into a large Iron Cast Skillet.  Top with the rest of the tomatoes (1/2 cup) and the ketchup mixed together in a small bowl.  Bake in a 375 degree oven for 1 1/2-1 4/5 hours until the edges are crusty. If its not brown enough then broil for 5 -10 minutes.

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Recipe: Mountain Cooking with Missy