Description
A recipe for a savory meatloaf prepared in the style of Cracker Barrel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for meatloaf)
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, beaten egg, onion, green pepper, salt, and 1/4 cup of ketchup. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Press the meat mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar for the glaze.
- Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground pork or a mix of ground beef and pork for a different flavor.
- If you prefer a crispier top, place the meatloaf under the broiler for the last 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 75 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: meatloaf, Cracker Barrel, beef, comfort food, baked dinner