Salsa Meat Loaf

2 1/4 lbs. ground beef (ideally from grass-fed beef or at least range-fed beef or buffalo)
3/4 c. soft whole grain sprouted bread crumbs (without soy beans as one of the ingredients)
1 c. salsa
1 egg
1 large or two small carrots, grated
6 sprigs parsley, cut fine
1/4 c. green bell pepper, diced
2 1/4 t. real sea salt
1/4 t. freshly ground pepper
1/2 t. sage or poultry seasoning
1 medium onion, minced
ketchup, chili sauce or barbecue to top (optional)

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients. Mix just until blended (do not over mix). Place in a loaf pan. Bake for 1 1/2 hours. Remove and top with barbecue sauce (or ketchup, etc.). Bake 10 minutes longer.