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Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

A comforting and flavorful meatloaf recipe that captures the essence of Cracker Barrel, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 lbs Ground beef Use quality beef for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup Green bell pepper, chopped Can substitute with red or yellow bell pepper for sweetness.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 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
  • 3/4 cup Whole milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, green bell pepper, onion, onion powder, eggs, mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, crushed Ritz crackers, and milk.
  3. Combine the ingredients until they’re just mixed. Be careful not to overmix to avoid a denser texture.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture into a greased loaf pan, shaping it neatly into a loaf.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  2. Once done, let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, consider using a mix of ground beef and ground pork or turkey. Allowing the meatloaf to rest before slicing ensures it retains its juices.