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Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Pour milk over crushed crackers and let sit for a few minutes.
3
Add the onion, garlic and parsley to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
4
In a large bowl add the beef, cracker mixture, onion mixture, parmesan cheese, eggs and All Purpose Seasoning.
5
Mix with your hands until well combined.
6
Line a baking sheet with non-stick foil.
7
Form the mixture into a loaf shape on the baking sheet.
8
Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Stir until combined.
9
Spread 1/2 of the sauce mixture on the top of the meatloaf.
10
Bake for 45-60 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
11
Remove from oven,cover loosely with foil and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
12
Use the remaining glaze for dip
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Crush Ritz Crackers to Perfection 🥣Pulse Ritz crackers in a food processor until they resemble coarse breadcrumbs rather than powder—this maintains their signature buttery texture and prevents the meatloaf from becoming dense and soggy.
- Don't Overmix the Meat Mixture 👐Mix ingredients gently with your hands for just 1-2 minutes until barely combined; overmixing develops gluten and creates a tough, compact meatloaf instead of a tender, moist one.
- Create a Glazing Sweet-Spicy Balance ⚖️Apply the brown sugar and dry mustard glaze in two coatings—brush the first halfway through cooking and the second in the final 10 minutes to caramelize without burning for optimal depth of flavor.
- Use a Loaf Pan with Drainage 🛁Place your meatloaf in a loaf pan lined with foil or on a perforated loaf pan insert to allow excess fat to drain away, keeping the Ritz cracker coating crispy rather than greasy.
- Rest and Slice at the Right Temperature 🌡️Let the meatloaf rest for 8-10 minutes after removing from the oven (internal temp should reach 160°F) before slicing; this allows carryover cooking to complete while the structure sets for clean, presentable slices.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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