QuiltE.......I like the idea of using the crock pot and putting the meatloaf on the upside down bowl. How long and at what temperature, do you cook this loaf? I usually make one using 1.5 to 2 lbs. of very lean burger. Instead of bread crumbs, I use saltine crackers and catsup in the mix. Sometimes I throw in a bit of BBQ sauce. Depends on my mood at the time....LOL! I've always baked it at 350 degrees for an hour.....but if I'm not going to be home, the crock pot sounds great!