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Set the oven to 350F.
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Put the ground beef into a bowl with the remaining ingredients and mix well.
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Press mixture into a 2lb buttered loaf tin and place this in a deep roasting tin.
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Pour boiling water into larger tin, to come about halfway up the loaf tin.
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Place in the centre of the oven and bake for 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 hours, or until the juices are clear when the loaf is pierced with a skewer.
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To make the gravy:.
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Melt the butter in a large pan and add the oil.
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Add the sliced onions and sprinkle the sugar over.
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Cook the onions over a low heat for 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally, until a pale golden colour.
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Add the flour and mix well.
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Gradually pour in 2 1/2 cups boiling water, stirring well to give a smooth sauce.
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Crumble in the stock cube and add gravy browning or gravy salt to colour as desired.
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Bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 2-3 mins, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Remove the pan from the heat.
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To serve:.
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When the loaf is cooked, remove it from the oven and lift the loaf tin out of the roasting tin.
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Leave for about 10-15 minutes, then tip out any excess juices from the tin.
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Turn the loaf out on to a plate and cut it into slices to serve.
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Reheat the gravy, bring to the boil and pour it over the slices.
