Quick Meatloaf

1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 pkg dry onion soup mix
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup water
2 eggs
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 lbs ground beef
1 cup grated cheese (optional)

Put first seven ingredients into a bowl and mix well.  Add beef and combine well.  Pack into a 2qt casserole and bake uncovered in a 350F oven for 1 1/4-1 1/2 hours.  Sprinkle with cheese and put back into oven long enough to melt.