Meatloaf California

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes) Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, diced red onion, green bell pepper, celery, eggs, soy sauce, and 1/3 cup ketchup. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Season generously with dried basil, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, and 2 teaspoons of ground black pepper. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Incorporate 1/2 cup of quick-cooking oats into the mixture. Gradually add the remaining oats, 1/4 cup at a time, until the meat mixture holds its shape without being overly stiff. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking pan and shape it into a classic loaf. (2 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate small bowl, whisk together the packed brown sugar, brown mustard, mesquite smoke flavoring, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and paprika. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Evenly drizzle the brown sugar glaze over the meatloaf, ensuring every surface is coated. (1 minute)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches a minimum of 160°F (72°C). (60 minutes)

Recipe View Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful loaf. (10 minutes)