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Meatloaf

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Meatloaf

I promised you my Meatloaf recipe and here it is. I however cannot take credit for the entire recipe as the topping is from Paula Deen. ENJOY!!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 package meatloaf mix (this is available in the spice aisle near the gravy)
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers
  • 1/2 cup milk
Topping
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons mustard

Directions

DON’T follow the direction on the back of the mix package. Instead mix everything together in a large bowl, breaking up any cracker pieces that are too big. Shape into loaf and put into bread pan.  Spoon topping across the top as thick or as thin as you like. Bake on 350 for 1 hour or until done.

 

 

 

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  1. I have never been a huge meatloaf fan, but this recipe sounds interesting. Thanks, I will try this!

  2. Yummmmm! I love meatloaf! I always top mine with ketchup–it’s good, but your brown sugar and mustard sound really wonderful! *pinned*

  3. I would never have thought to use brown sugar or ritz crackers. Will give it a try. We like to cover ours with bacon, because bacon makes everything better 😉

  5. I haven’t had or made meatloaf in a LONG time! I’ll have to give this a try as I’ve never used a mix for meatloaf.

  6. I pinned this meatloaf recipe to Pinterest! I just love this recipe! I am going to make it soon! I like the ingredients, and it has been a long time since I made it! Thanks for such an awesome looking recipe!

  7. I bet the Ritz crackers are a nice addition… a little sweetness. Thanks for sharing. I’ll have to try it out. Love meatloaf in the fall!

  8. Looks delicious! There’s nothing better than meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Thanks for sharing!

  9. I am so picky about meatloaf. My mama always made it topped with bacon…naughty but so good!

  10. I have never seen a meatloaf mix either! The other day I had a craving for meatloaf and didnt have anything thawed to make it. I also add sausage/venison to our meatloafs but like the ground beef ones too.

  12. The mix is my mama’s secret. She has always used it, just be sure to look where your packaged gravies are. It gives you all the seasonings you need. The Ritz crackers actually salt the meat for you which adds to the flavor.

  13. I love meatloaf but it just takes so long to fix, we also use brown sugar but inside of the ritz we use bread crumbs

  14. I haven’t ever tried making meatloaf, but my boyfriend loves it, so I bet he’d adore this recipe!

  17. Yummy! I’m a vegetarian, but I’m always looking for new recipes to cook for the hubby. I like to try new recipes to give my family a variety. If you have any more yummy recipes, please share. In the meantime, I’m going to give this simple meatloaf recipe a try this week. Thanks for sharing!

  19. The family loves meatloaf, but with onions and green peppers. I want to try this recipe, as it looks yummy.

  20. This sounds really different, so I’m going to try it. Williams and McCormick have a huge variety of mixes. I’ll start with them for the meatloaf mix. Thanks for the recipe!

    • I forgot to mention that another great topping is bottled chili sauce. You will be surprised how delicious it is. I tried it on a fluke and we love it.

  21. i have never been a big fan of meatloaf..but my family likes it so i am always looking for simple and easy meatloaf recipies..thanks for sharing this one..gonna give it a try!

  26. This sounds really good with the brown sugar and mustard added to it. I have always just put tomato paste on the top. My kids say it has to much of a tomato taste. I will have to give your recipe a shot. Thanks!

  27. this sounds so easy that I could even make it! meatloaf is soo good. ive never had it with the crackers in it before but i know its great!

  28. My daughter uses the meatloaf seasoning mix and this recipe sounds great with the Ritz crackers. We’ll have to give it a try

  29. Now with fall coming, I’m in the mood for comfort food like meatloaf. I’ve never tried a meatloaf seasoning or Ritz crackers. I’d like to try this, to try something different than my usual, it sounds delish!

  30. My husband loves meatloaf so I have been trying to find a good recipe he likes. I will have to give this one a try.

  31. Meat loaf is not only delicious and filling. So many other meals can be made from one meat loaf. Make it large and meat loaf sandwiches can be one of the extra meals. This recipe is easy and quick as well as cost effective.

  32. We all love meatloaf at our house! Why is it that a good meatloaf recipe is so hard to come by?! We will be giving this one a try…