Ingredients

2 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup ketchup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups crushed saltines (about 40 crackers)1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)Additional ketchup and mustard, optional

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add saltines, onion, celery and carrot. Add beef and mix well. Pat into a 10-in. nonstick skillet. Top with ketchup and mustard if desired.

Cover and cook over medium heat for 8 minutes. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, 15-20 minutes longer. Drain. Let stand a few minutes before serving.