Preparation:
Combine first 8 ingredients and salt to taste in a bowl. Mix thoroughly. Add meat and mix until blended. Pat into a loaf or round shape (depending on your cooker's dimensions) and place on a rack** in slowcooker. Cook all day on low or 5 hours on high.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar over top of loaf and return lid to cooker. Cook until cheese melts. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
** Note about racks: It's been suggested to use a wire rack that fits the cooker, or to use three canning jar lids to lift up the meat from the grease that accumulates. Good id |