Servings: 6 to 8

2 lbs ground beef 2 lbs ground beef
2 eggs, beaten 2 eggs, beaten
½ cup dry breadcrumbs ½ cup dry breadcrumbs
½ cup beer (alternates: apple juice, milk, or water) ½ cup beer (alternates: apple juice, milk, or water)
½ cup shredded carrots ½ cup shredded carrots
1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt 1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp dried chopped onion (optional) 1 Tbsp dried chopped onion (optional)
2-3 Tbsp ketchup or barbecue sauce (optional) 2 to 3 Tbsp ketchup or barbecue sauce (optional)
2-3 slices of white American cheese (optional) 2 to 3 slices of white American cheese (optional)

Preheat oven to 350°F
In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, breadcrumbs, beer, carrots, thyme, salt, and onion (if desired). Add meat and mix well.
In a shallow baking dish, form mixture into a loaf. Try to make it a consistent height and width so that it cooks more evenly.
Bake for 70 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F. When you take it out of the oven, transfer the meatloaf to a platter and top with sauce or cheese if desired. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.