Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe

This Cracker Barrel Meatloaf is classic comfort food made with ground beef, onions, bell pepper, cheddar cheese, Ritz crackers and a sweet, savory glaze on top!

This copycat version is easy, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser that feeds the whole family at a fraction of the price. Plus, the leftovers are just as good the next day.

But fair warning – with this recipe, it might not last long.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 small finely diced onion
• 1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper (optional)
• 1 1/2 sleeves of crushed Ritz crackers (48 crackers total)
• 4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar or Colby cheese
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• For the topping:
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 tsp. mustard

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DIRECTIONS:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Place to the side. This will be used later as the topping.
• In a large bowl, combine the eggs, crushed Ritz crackers, cheese, milk, onion, bell pepper, salt and black pepper. Mix well.
• Add in the ground beef. Mix well just to combine. Do not over mix.
• Form into a loaf and place inside a baking pan or baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
• Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and spread the topping over the meatloaf.
• Bake for an additional 30 to 40 minutes or until the center is 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!