Never-Fail Meatloaf

• 2 lbs lean ground beef, preferably 90% lean
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup corn, flake crumbs
• 1/2 cup skim milk
• 1/4 cup white onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage, depending on your taste
• 3 -4 slices bacon

1. Mix all of the ingredients together thoroughly, using your hands. If you prefer to use a spoon, beat the eggs slightly before adding.
2. Pack into a standard loaf or form a loaf on a baking sheet.
3. Top the loaf with the bacon slices.
4. Bake in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 1 hour or until done.
5. Variations:
6. Replace the corn flake crumbs with any other dry cereal, cooked rice, uncooked rolled oats, or cracker crumbs. Increase the measure to 1/2 cup when using soft bread crumbs.
7. Replace the sage with your favorite dry herb or herb mixture. When using fresh herbs increase the measure to 1 tablespoon.
8. Add minced garlic when making meatballs.

lean ground beef, salt, pepper, eggs, corn, milk, white onion, sage, bacon

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/never-fail-meatloaf-195970 (may not work)