Description
Make Cracker Barrel’s super popular meatloaf recipe right at home! This is a perfect replica of the original, with a tender meat mixture and flavorful topping the family will love.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 pounds 80% lean ground beef
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1/2–3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Sauté the diced peppers and onions in a small pan with olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the whisked eggs, crushed crackers, onions, bell peppers, cheese, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Add the ground beef and mix until just combined. Form into a loaf and place in a loaf pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Combine the topping ingredients and set aside. Brush the topping on the meatloaf and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- I like to use a 3-meat combination of ground beef, pork, and veal for super tender results.
- Placing the meatloaf over fresh bread can help absorb excess grease.
- Use a loaf pan that allows excess grease to drain out.
- Cooking time may vary at higher altitudes.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, biscuits, and green beans for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 445 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
