1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
3/4 c. oatmeal
1 egg
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
Chopped onion (amt. to suit your taste)
1 (8 oz.) can V-8 juice

Mix all ingredients together. Shape in loaf pan or baking dish. Top with equal parts ketchup and brown sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Let set 10 minutes before serving.