Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients, except 1/3 of the tomato sauce (reserving and setting it aside).

Step 3

Spoon the mixture into a greased 9 X 5 loaf pan, spreading evenly and lightly pressing down. Spread the remaining 1/3 of the tomato sauce on top of the loaf.

Step 4

Place in the oven for 40 minutes. Increase the temperature to 400 degrees F and cook an additional 15 minutes or until the loaf reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.