Old Fashioned Meatloaf

1 T. olive oil

1 rib celery, finely chopped

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1/4 cup finely chopped carrot

1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper

2 T. minced garlic

1 1/2 pounds lean ground chuck 

3/4 cup oats, quick or old-fashioned

1/4 cup ketchup

1 T. Worcestershire sauce

1 1/2 t. salt

1 large egg, beaten

3 T. milk

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.  Add chopped celery, onion, carrot and bell pepper.  Saute the veggies stirring occasionally until softened about 4 - 5 minutes.  Add garlic and cook 1 - 2 more minutes.

In a large bowl, mix ground beef,  oats, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt and beaten egg,

Add the veggies and milk and stir to combine.

Spoon into a lightly greased 5 x 9 loaf pan.

Bake in a 375 degree oven for 1 hour.  Remove from oven.

Gently spread a thin layer of ketchup over meat loaf and return to oven for 10 minutes.

Isn't that pretty?

Remove from loaf pan and slice to serve.