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Meatloaf Recipe With Crackers

Delicious Meatloaf Recipe With Crackers for Cozy Dinners

A comforting Meatloaf Recipe With Crackers perfect for family dinners, featuring ground meat and crispy Ritz crackers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey Lean options are healthier.
  • 1 cup Ritz Crackers, crushed Can substitute with saltines.
  • 1 Egg, beaten Essential for binding.
  • 1 cup Milk Use unsweetened almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Adjust based on taste.
  • 1/3 cup Onion, finely chopped Dried minced onion can be used.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
For the Topping Sauce
  • 3/4 cup Ketchup For the glaze.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Apricot Preserves Grape or cherry can be substitutes.
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 5x9 loaf pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, crushed Ritz crackers, beaten egg, and milk. Mix with ketchup, chopped onion, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the loaf pan, smoothing the top. Place it on a rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Bake uncovered for about 1.5 hours until golden brown.
  5. At the 45-minute mark, spoon half of the topping sauce over the meatloaf.
  6. Check the internal temperature; it should reach 160°F. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  7. Slice and serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This meatloaf can be made ahead and freezes well. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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