Mom’s Meat Loaf

“What can I say about my mother’s meat loaf?” PJ asks. “It is my favorite ground beef recipe. She always bakes and wraps a hot one for me to take home after a visit. Believe me, an airplane flight can seem eternal when you pack a hot meat loaf in your carry-on bag.”

3 pounds lean ground chuck

1/2 green bell pepper, chopped

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 eggs

2 slices bread

1 cup red wine

1 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper