Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf
A delicious and tender meatloaf recipe inspired by the famous Cracker Barrel, perfect for family meals.
Equipment
- loaf pan
- small pan
- large bowl
Ingredients
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup yellow onion finely diced
- 0.5 cup bell pepper finely diced
- 2 pounds 80% lean ground beef see notes for alternative meat suggestion
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 pieces eggs whisked
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping
- 0.5-0.75 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Sauté the diced peppers and onions in a small pan with the olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes. This gives them a more subtle flavor and texture. Set aside and let cool.
- Combine the whisked eggs, crushed crackers, onions, bell peppers, cheese, milk, and salt/pepper in a large bowl.
- Add ground beef and mix until just combined. Don't overwork the meat, we want tender results.
- Form it into a loaf and place it into a loaf pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Combine the topping ingredients while it bakes and set aside.
- Remove the meatloaf and brush on the topping. Bake for an additional 30-40 minutes. Pull it once it reaches 155 degrees.
- Let it rest for 15 minutes in the loaf pan prior to slicing in. Ensure the middle is 160 degrees before you slice it.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe is in The Cozy Cookbook on page 82.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 29gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 810mgPotassium: 554mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg
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