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Traditional Meatloaf with Crackers

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 cup crushed saltine crackers about 30 crackers
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 cup ketchup divided
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crushed crackers, diced onion, beaten eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup ketchup. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place on the prepared baking sheet or press into the loaf pan.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  5. Bake for 55-65 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F and the top is caramelized.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.