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Heat the oven to 350F (180C).
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Mix all the ingredients except the ketchup together.
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Spread the meat mixture into an ungreased loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches or shape into a loaf in an ungreased baking pan.
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Spoon ketchup onto the loaf and bake, uncovered, for 1 to 1 1/4 hours or until done.
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Drain off the excess fat and serve sliced on a heated platter.
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NOTE: For leftover meat loaf, try the following:
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BARBECUED MEAT LOAF: For four 1/2-inch slices of meat loaf, mix 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce and 2 tablespoons of water in a skillet.
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Place the slices of meatloaf in the skillet, turning to coat all sides with the barbecue sauce.
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Cover and cook over low heat, brushing the sauce on the slices occasionally, until the meat is hot, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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POTATO-TOPPED MEAT LOAF: For four 1/2-inch slices of meat loaf, prepare some instant mashed potatoes, enough for 4 servings, as directed on the package and set aside.
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Set the oven control at broil/or 550 degrees F. Broil the slices with the tops 3 to 4 inches from the heat for 5 minutes.
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Spread the potatoes on the slices and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Broil until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes and serve hot.
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SOUPED-UP MEAT LOAF: For four 1/2-inch slices of meat loaf, mix 1/2 to 1 can of your favorite condensed cream soup, such as cream of mushroom, (10 3/4 oz size) and 1/4 to 1/2 cup of milk in a skillet.
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Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
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Reduce the heat and place the slices in the skillet, turning to coat all sides with the sauce.
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Cover and simmer until the meat is hot, 10 to 15 minutes and serve.
