Meat loaf

6 servings 1 slice each, about 1¼ inches thick

Ground beef 1½ pounds
Egg 1
Milk ½ cup
Onion, finely chopped ½ cup
Breadcrumbs, fine dry ⅓ cup
Salt 1 teaspoon
Pepper ¼ teaspoon
Sage ¼ teaspoon

Preheat oven to 350°F. (moderate). Mix all ingredients thoroughly. Press into a 9- by 5- by 3-inch loaf pan. Bake 1½ hours.

Remove from oven; drain off excess fat.