MILE-HIGH MEAT LOAF

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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h5m

Yield 15 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 loaves day-old white bread, crusts removed
10 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, finely chopped
8 whole eggs
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1 cup whole milk
Salt and pepper
About 3 cups ketchup, or more if desired

Steps:

Preheat oven 350 degrees F.
Line 3 (9-by 5-inch) loaf pans with wax paper and set aside.
Make bread crumbs by placing the bread in the work bowl of a food processor and processing until finely ground. Transfer crumbs to a large bowl. Add all ingredients, except ketchup, to the bowl; mix until just combined. Divide and shape the meat mixture into loaves in the prepared pans. Spread a layer of ketchup over the top to cover the meat loaf. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until completely cooked through. Remove from heat and let meatloaf cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.