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Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

A savory, homestyle meatloaf inspired by Cracker Barrel, made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, and a sweet-tangy ketchup and brown sugar glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 0.5 pound ground pork optional
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 0.25 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 eggs large, beaten
  • 0.25 cup ketchup (plus extra for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or oregano)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix breadcrumbs with milk and let sit for 2 minutes until softened.
  • Add ground beef, ground pork, onion, garlic, beaten eggs, salt, pepper, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce to the bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
  • Transfer meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing lightly to form a uniform loaf.
  • Whisk together ketchup and brown sugar in a small bowl until smooth, then spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Tent with foil if glaze darkens too quickly.
  • Let meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months. For crisp edges, bake free-form on a sheet pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal
Keyword Breadcrumbs, Brown Sugar, Comfort Food, Cracker Barrel Meatloaf, ground beef, Homestyle Meatloaf, Ketchup, Onion, Savory Meatloaf
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