Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

This is great meatloaf. It has the perfect balance of texture and flavor. It’s not crazy different than what grandma would make. It’s old school and it’s incredibly great. Great on a plate sliced or on bread as a meatloaf sandwich. You can’t beat it.

Course Main

Cuisine American

Keyword copycat, meatloaf

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting time 15

Servings servings

Calories 356kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds ground beef
3 large eggs
1 ½ sleeves Ritz crackers crushed
½ cup onion finely chopped
¼ cup green bell pepper finely diced
½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the crushed crackers, onion, bell pepper, milk, salt, pepper and cheese. Mix well.
Add the ground beef and combine. Transfer to the foil-lined pan and shape into a loaf that is 2-3" thick,
Bake for 30 minutes.
Mix the topping ingredients and brush over the top of the loaf. Bake for another 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 F.
Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a slightly spicy version, substitute pepper jack for the cheddar.

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