Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Line a loaf pan with aluminum foil for easy removal of the meatloaf after it is cooked.

Step 2

Finely dice the Onion

Step 3

Mix all ingredients (except the ⅓ cup Ketchup reserved for the top) together in a large bowl with a fork or with hands: beef, parmesan cheese, onion, egg, ketchup, salt, pepper.

Step 4

Form a loaf in the loaf pan.  Spread the remaining ⅓ cup Ketchup over the top of the meatloaf. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.  Remove from the pan, cut and serve with roast or mashed potatoes or salad.  Enjoy!