1 1/2 lb. hamburger
1/4 c. onion
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 egg, beaten
3/4 c. oatmeal
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. tomato juice

Mix together ingredients. Pour into ungreased loaf pan. Top with ketchup if desired.

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes at 350°F.