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Ritz Cracker Meatloaf
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Pour milk over crushed crackers and let sit for a few minutes.
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Add the onion, garlic and parsley to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
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In a large bowl add the beef, cracker mixture, onion mixture, parmesan cheese, eggs and All Purpose Seasoning.
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Mix with your hands until well combined.
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Line a baking sheet with non-stick foil.
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Form the mixture into a loaf shape on the baking sheet.
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Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Stir until combined.
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Spread 1/2 of the sauce mixture on the top of the meatloaf.
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Bake for 45-60 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
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Remove from oven,cover loosely with foil and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
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Use the remaining glaze for dip
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Crush Ritz Crackers Properly for Texture 🥢Pulse Ritz crackers in a food processor until coarse crumbs form—avoid over-processing into fine powder, which creates a dense meatloaf instead of those signature buttery, crispy pockets throughout.
- Soak Crackers in Milk for Moisture 🥛Mix your crushed Ritz crackers with milk before combining with meat to create a paste that keeps the meatloaf incredibly tender and prevents it from drying out during baking.
- Don't Overmix Your Meat Mixture ✋Combine ingredients gently with your hands until just incorporated—overworking develops gluten and creates a tough, compact meatloaf rather than the light, fluffy texture you're aiming for.
- Glaze During Final 15 Minutes ⏱️Apply your mustard, brown sugar, and ketchup topping only in the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent the sugars from caramelizing too darkly and burning on the exterior.
- Use a Meat Thermometer for Perfect Doneness 🌡️Insert a thermometer into the thickest part of the meatloaf and remove it at exactly 160°F internal temperature for moist, safe results without overcooking.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
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Smart Nutrition 
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