Mountain Meatloaf

5 lbs. Ground Meat (1/3 veal, pork, and beef) 1 c. Bread crumbs 3 eggs 2 c. Freshies Original Bloody Mary Mix 4 Bay leaves, crumbled (optional)

2 Tbsp. Dried thyme leaves, crumbled ½ c. Parsley, chopped 2 Onions, minced Salt and pepper to taste Uncooked bacon strips

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix liquid ingredients and herbs; add bread crumbs; add meat. Place in 2 loaf pans, or hand shape. Lay bacon strips on top. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Drain fat and serve. Or serve cold; invert loaf, and serve with cornichons for garnish, with Dijon mustard and horseradish/sour cream.