1 1/2 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. uncooked oats
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. tomato juice
1 egg, beaten

Meat Loaf: Combine all ingredients thoroughly. Pack firmly into an ungreased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch loaf pan. Bake in a preheated moderate oven (350 degrees) for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing into 8 slices.

Hamburger Preparation: Omit egg and reduce tomato juice to 1/2 cup. Shape to form 8 patties. Broil or pan fry about 5 minutes on 1st side. Turn; continue cooking 5 additional minutes for medium doneness. Serves 8.