The Best Meat Loaf Recipe

Whisk 1/2 cup ketchup with eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper in a large bowl.

Add meatloaf mixture, onion, bell pepper, saltines and garlic. Mix well with hands or a wooden spoon.

Place on prepared baking sheet and pat into an 11x5 inch oval loaf.

Mix remaining ketchup and the brown sugar; spread over loaf.

Bake 50 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in center registers 160°F.

Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.