Meat Loaf on a Bed of Potatoes

Meat Loaf on a Bed of Potatoes

Meatloaf:
2 Tbsp olive oil
3 lg potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1.5 in cubes
2 lbs ground sirloin
2 lg eggs, beaten
3/4 cup crushed saltine crackers
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tsp salt
A few grinds of black pepper

Topping:
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tsp Dijon mustard

1. Grease the bottom of the slow cooker insert with the olive oil. Add the potatoes, toss lightly to coat, and arrange in a neat bed.

2. Combine the gound beef, eggs, crumbs, ketchup, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Using you hands, mix gently but thoroughly, being careful not to compact the meat. Shape the mixture into an oval or round loaf, depending on the shape of your cooker, and place on top of the layer of potatoes.

3. To make the topping, stir together the ingredients in a small bowl and pour over meat loaf. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour.

4. Turn the cooker to LOW and cook for 6-7 hours.

5. To serve, lift the meat loaf onto a cutting board or serving platter, using a large spatula. Surround with the potatoes. Slice the meat loaf and serve hot.