Sirloin and Parmesan Meat Loaf

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Sirloin and Parmesan Meat Loaf
1/2 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup ketchup
1 pound ground sirloin
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1 egg

Heat oil in skillet.  Add onion and garlic and saute 5 minutes.

Add 1/2 the ketchup and remaining ingredients. 

Press beef mixture into a loaf and place on a foil lined baking sheet. 

Bake 45 minutes at 375.

Brush top with remaining ketchup and make 10 minutes longer - or until internal temperature reaches 155. 

Serve.

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