Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ketchup, tomato juice, salt, black and red pepper, eggs, bread crumbs, onions, and mustard. Mix until thoroughly blended.
  2. Add ground beef. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  3. Line a 9 x 5=inch loaf pan with foil. Press in beef mixture.
  4. Bake at 400°F for about 45 minutes.
  5. While the meatloaf is baking, combine the topping ingredients in a separate bowl, mixing well.
  6. Remove the meatloaf from the oven after 45 minutes and drain off the fat.
  7. Spread topping over the meatloaf and return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes.
  8. Rest meatloaf 5 minutes before serving.