Crusty Meatloaf

1 loaf frozen white bread dough
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
1 (8 oz.) jar Cheez Whiz
3/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Thaw bread dough in refrigerator overnight. Cover, let stand on floured surface at room temperature 1 hour. Reserve 1 tablespoon egg for glaze. Combine remaining ingredients. Mix lightly. Shape into 9 x 4 inch loaf in shallow baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes; drain. Press dough onto bottom of greased 15 x 10 inch jelly roll pan. Place meat loaf in center of dough. Fold dough ends over loaf. Cut 6 strips of dough on each side of loaf, cross over tops. Brush with reserved egg. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. 6-8 servings.

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