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MOM'S MEATLOAF SERVES 6 My Italian-Style Meatloaf, which is linked below, is based on my mother's with an Italian twist, but her recipe is what I remember from my childhood. My Pennsylvania Dutch grandmother made a similar meatloaf, but probably used ketchup instead of tomato sauce. It just proves that family recipes are passed down from one generation to another, but they tend to change with individual tastes. That's why it's important to record them for posterity. Mom's recipe is an easy, delicious and comforting main dish. INGREDIENTS 2 pounds ground chuck 1 cup dry bread crumbs 3/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon yellow prepared mustard 1/2 cup unseasoned tomato sauce, divided 2 teaspoons lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 4 strips bacon Preheat oven to 375° F. Combine the first 8 ingredients, using 1/4 cup of the tomato sauce, in a large bowl. Work with your hands until well combined. If it seems too dry, add more tomato sauce. If too moist, add more bread crumbs. Form into a free form loaf about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide. Place in the center of a baking dish large enough to hold the loaf with extra space on all sides. Spoon the sauce over the top, then place the bacon slices across the sauce. Bake until thoroughly cooked, about 50 minutes. (Internal temperature should be at about 160°) Remove from oven and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. If desired, make a gravy using the pan juices. Discard most of the grease first. Notes: Mom sometimes added a little dry onion soup mix to the beef for extra flavor. If you do, just remember to cut down on the salt you add to the mixture.

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