⅓cupground almonds,I use Trader Joe’s or you can make it yourself. Use seasoned bread crumbs instead if not doing the gluten-free version
1small onion,chopped
¾tspsalt
¾tsprubbed sage,very important - so use if possible.
1poundground beef
¼cupketchup
2tbspbrown sugar
1tspyellow mustard
1tspsoy sauce,gluten-free or regular
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well (mixture will be moist). Shape into a round loaf.
Place in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until no pink remains and a meat thermometer reads 160°F.
In a small bowl, whisk the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and soy sauce. Spoon over the meat loaf. Cook for another 15 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
TIPS & TRICKSUse seasoned bread crumbs instead of ground almonds, if not doing the gluten-free version