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Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

A delicious and comforting meatloaf that combines tender ground beef with savory seasonings and a delightful glaze, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef Good quality with an 80/20 meat-to-fat ratio
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Plain or Italian-style
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Or your favorite meatloaf seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup ketchup For the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Optional for the glaze

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on a lined baking sheet, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
  4. In a small bowl, mix ketchup and brown sugar. Spread half of this glaze over the top of the formed meatloaf.
Cooking
  1. Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  2. Once cooked, allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Drizzle the remaining glaze on top before serving.

Notes

For added moisture, consider incorporating finely grated vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers. Resting the meatloaf after baking allows the juices to redistribute for a more succulent slice.