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Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Dinner

Recreate the comfort of Cracker Barrel's famous meatloaf dinner at home with this easy recipe that blends savory flavors and a tender texture, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 lbs Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper Chopped.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup For topping or glaze.
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed For extra crunch.
  • 3/4 cup Whole milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion and green bell pepper together until they soften and release their flavors.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, sautéed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, eggs, Dijon mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, crushed Ritz crackers, and whole milk until everything is well combined.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until it’s fully cooked through.
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Freeze in slices wrapped in plastic wrap for longer storage. Consider adding different herbs or toppings for creative twists.