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Ritz Cracker Meatloaf

Ritz Cracker Meatloaf: The Ultimate Comfort Dinner Delight

This comforting Ritz Cracker Meatloaf transforms simple ground beef into a flavorful masterpiece, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing the vegetables.
  • 1 small Yellow onion Diced.
  • ½ cup Bell pepper Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 lbs. 80/20 lean ground beef The star protein.
  • 1 ½ cups Crushed Ritz crackers Binder and flavor source.
  • ¾ cup Milk Keeps the meatloaf moist.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the meatloaf.
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt Amplifies flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adds a mild kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For extra garlic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley Adds herbal flavor.
For the Glaze
  • ¾ cup Ketchup Base of the glaze.
  • 3 tablespoons Brown sugar Sweetens the glaze.
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Adds umami richness.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Adds zesty tang.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your baking sheet with aluminum foil and cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion and bell pepper for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, crushed Ritz crackers, milk, eggs, and cooled vegetables, then season and mix gently.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
  6. Prepare the glaze by whisking together ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
  7. Remove the meatloaf from the oven, pour the glaze over it, and bake for another 15-25 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This meatloaf is perfect for meal prepping and can be customized with herbs and spices to fit your family's taste.

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