Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe

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This Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe is a classic comfort food favorite! Made with juicy ground beef, buttery Ritz crackers, and a tangy ketchup topping, it’s tender, flavorful, and just like the restaurant version.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1

Rest10

Course: Dinner Recipes

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Erin Sellin

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon oil
1/2 cup onion finely chopped
1 bell pepper finely chopped
1 pounds ground beef
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
2 large eggs beaten
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Glaze

1/2 cup ketchup
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º F. If using a baking sheet, line with foil. If using a traditional loaf pan line with parchment paper so you can lift out and drain the grease before slicing.
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until they are soft and the onions are translucent. Let cool slightly.
1 Tablespoon oil, 1/2 cup onion, 1 bell pepper
In a large bowl mix together all of the ingredients for the meatloaf. Use your hands to get the mixture to be evenly combined. Shape and place in your prepared pan.
1 pounds ground beef, 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers, 2 large eggs, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Bake for 45 minutes.
Meanwhile combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together for the glaze.
1/2 cup ketchup, 2 Tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and top with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until it reaches 155º F.
Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes. Carefully use the parchment paper to lift the meatloaf from the pan, letting the grease drain back into the pan.
Slice to serve.

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