Best 6 Meatloaf With Saltine Crackers Recipes

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**Meatloaf with Saltine Crackers: A Classic Comfort Food with a Twist**

Meatloaf is a classic American comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This version uses saltine crackers instead of bread crumbs, which gives it a unique texture and flavor. The recipe also includes a delicious glaze made with ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. In addition to the classic meatloaf recipe, the article also includes variations for a cheesy meatloaf, a barbecue meatloaf, and a turkey meatloaf. So whether you're looking for a traditional meatloaf or something a little different, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATLOAF



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds lean ground beef
20 saltine crackers, crumbled
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
Slices of white bread, lettuce and tomato, for making sandwiches, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a stand mixer, mix the beef, cracker crumbs, egg, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, and onion until just blended. Shape the mixture into two loaves and place side by side crosswise in a 9-by-13-by-2-inch pan. Bake the loaves for 1 hour, or until they are browned. Transfer to a platter immediately and allow the loaves to cool slightly and firm up before slicing.
  • For sandwich: cut 2 thick slices of cooled meatloaf and place on white bread with lettuce and tomato. If you've never had a cold meatloaf sandwich the next day, you don't know what you're missing

CRUSHED SALTINE MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Crushed Saltine Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caryn

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs medium lean ground beef
21 saltines, crushed (1/2 package)
1/3 cup onion, chopped fine
1/3 cup green pepper, chopped fine
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper
Heinz ketchup

Steps:

  • Mix all of the above ingredients together until the mixture is homogeneous.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Frost the top of the meatloaf with the Heinz Ketchup.
  • Bake 350 degrees for around 45 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 104.7, Sodium 431.8, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 25.4

DIVINE MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf recipe calls for fresh vegetables. Everyone who has tried this dish loves it.

Provided by AUDRA77

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 bunch green onions, diced
4 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
4 ounces saltine crackers, finely crushed
2 eggs
1 (1.25 ounce) package beef with onion soup mix
1 ½ cups ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, green pepper, green onion, mushrooms and saltine crackers. Stir in the eggs and the beef with onion soup mix; mix thoroughly.
  • Press mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the ketchup, yellow mustard and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly and pour over the meat mixture, spreading evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 78.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1047.6 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

MOM'S MEAT LOAF



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Mom made the best meatloaf, and now I do, too. When I first met my husband, he didn't care for homemade meatloaf, but this won him over. -Michelle Beran, Claflin, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
2/3 cup finely crushed saltines
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
Dash pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into an 8x4-in. loaf in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar; remove 1/2 cup for sauce. Spread remaining mixture over meat loaf., Bake 60-65 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

GRANDMA'S FAMOUS MEATLOAF WITH SALTINES



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This is the recipe my grandmother used to make her meatloaf. Most notably it doesn't have any sort of sauce coating the top as is called for in many meatloaf recipes. My family enjoys it this way but I'm relatively certain that any standard meatloaf sauce would do if you want one.

Provided by SemperFidelis9a

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 meatloaf, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
2 eggs
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
1 onion, chopped (Optional, I usually omit it or use a teaspoon of dried minced onion. You also don't need the whole o)
2 -3 tablespoons ketchup, heaping
1 tablespoon yellow mustard, heaping
1 cup saltine crumbs, crushed. (This is usually most of one sleeve of saltines.)

Steps:

  • Mix all together; I generally use my hands.
  • Form mixture into a loaf shape.
  • Put in a baking dish (I use a pie plate).
  • Bake at 350 for 1 hour.
  • NOTE: I always put a little water in my pan. I've never done it any other way, so I don't know what would result if you don't.

MEATLOAF WITH SALTINE CRACKERS



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Saltine cracker crumbs replace the usual breadcrumbs in this family-friendly meatloaf with a sweet glaze.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 14

Olive oil for brushing
30 saltine crackers
2 1/2 pounds ground beef (85 percent lean)
1 large yellow onion (10 ounces)
1 large carrot (5 ounces)
2 medium cloves garlic
1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 large eggs
1 cup ketchup, divided
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, divided
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, then fit the sheet with a wire rack. Brush a 10-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan with olive oil and place on rack; set aside. Place saltines in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade; pulse until fine crumbs form. You should have about 1 cup crumbs. Transfer to a large bowl and add ground beef.
  • On the large holes of a box grater, grate carrot (should measure 1 cup grated) and onion (about 2/3 cup grated). Drain excess juice from onion. Add carrot and onion to meat mixture, then grate garlic on the fine holes of the grater (1 teaspoon). Add to bowl along with parsley, eggs, 1/2 cup ketchup, Worcestershire, 1 tablespoon Dijon, salt and pepper. Use hands to combine thoroughly. Transfer to prepared loaf pan.
  • Combine remaining 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon Dijon and brown sugar in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and no sugar lumps remain.
  • Spread mixture evenly over top of meatloaf. Place in oven, atop wire rack and bake until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Tent with foil if top begins to brown too quickly. Remove from oven and let cool 1 hour before slicing. Serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the meatloaf will taste. Choose lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and flavorful seasonings.
  • Soak the saltine crackers in milk: This will help to soften them and make them easier to incorporate into the meatloaf mixture. It also adds a subtle creaminess to the flavor.
  • Mix the ingredients thoroughly: Make sure all of the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meatloaf mixture. This will help to ensure that the meatloaf is cooked evenly.
  • Form the meatloaf into a loaf shape: Use your hands to shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape. Make sure the loaf is evenly shaped and has no cracks or crevices.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a moderate temperature: Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to prevent the meatloaf from drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This will help to keep the juices from running out.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. The addition of saltine crackers adds a unique flavor and texture that makes this meatloaf extra special. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this meatloaf with saltine crackers is sure to become a family favorite.

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