1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 c. bread crumbs
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
2 shakes black pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
2 tbsp. catsup

Mix all above together and bake in loaf pan at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

TOPPING: (optional)
2 tbsp. catsup
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. mustard
1 tbsp. melted butter

Mix together and spread on top before baking.