Discover the comfort of home with this Cracker Barrel Meatloaf a dish that brings back warm memories of family dinners. A blend of tender ground beef, rich cheese, and a sweet and tangy topping transforms this traditional recipe into a delightful main course that promises to be a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients:
2 eggs
2⁄3 cup milk
32 Ritz crackers, crushed
1⁄2 cup chopped onion
4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
1 1⁄2 lbs ground beef
1⁄2 cup ketchup
1⁄2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard
Directions:
Preheat Oven:
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Meatloaf Mixture:
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
- Add milk and crackers to the beaten eggs and stir.
- Mix in the onion and cheese.
- Add the ground beef to the mixture and blend everything well.
- Shape this mixture into a loaf form.
Bake the Meatloaf:
- Place the loaf in a baking dish or loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Prepare the Topping:
- While the meatloaf is baking, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard in a small bowl to create the topping.
Add Topping and Continue Baking:
- After the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, remove it from the oven.
- Spoon half of the topping over the meatloaf.
- Return the meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the meatloaf again, spoon the remaining topping over it, and return it to the oven.
- Bake for another 5-10 minutes.
Your delicious Cracker Barrel Meatloaf is now ready to be enjoyed. The perfect blend of savory meatloaf and a rich, flavorful topping makes this dish a hearty and satisfying meal!