Ingredients

1 large egg1/4 cup milk2 slices day-old bread, cubed1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup ketchup8 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks8 small red potatoes

Preparation

In a bowl, beat egg and milk. Stir in the bread cubes, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper. Add the beef and mix well. Shape into a round loaf. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Spread ketchup on top of loaf. Arrange carrots around loaf. Peel a strip around the center of each potato; place potatoes over carrots.

Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 7-8 hours longer or until no pink remains in the meat and the vegetables are tender.