Here’s a copycat, hearty recipe for Cracker Barrel–style Meatloaf:
🥩 Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for topping)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)
🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape & bake: Transfer mixture to the loaf pan and shape into a loaf.
- Prepare topping: Mix ketchup and brown sugar, then spread evenly over the meatloaf.
- Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes until cooked through. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite sides.
🔥 Tip: For extra flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika or a splash of apple cider vinegar to the ketchup topping.
If you want, I can also make a faster skillet version that’s just as flavorful for weeknight dinners. Do you want me to do that?
