Description
This Slow Cooker Meatloaf combines savory ground beef, eggs, and crushed saltines for a flavorful, easy-to-make dinner. With a delicious ketchup glaze, it’s sure to be a comfort food favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 saltine crackers, finely crushed
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pounds ground beef, 80/20 or 85/15
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Line the slow cooker with heavy-duty aluminum foil, allowing extra on the ends for better removal of the meatloaf.
- In a large bowl, mix the crushed saltines, 1/2 cup ketchup, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Add the ground beef and diced onion; mix until fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into an oval with a dome on top and place it in the crockpot.
- Combine the topping ingredients and spread about 1/3 cup over the meatloaf.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 160℉.
- Carefully remove the meatloaf using the foil and transfer it onto a rimmed baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven's broiler.
- Spread more ketchup mixture on the meatloaf's top and sides.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes until the glaze is warm and bubbly, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Using a higher fat content beef will create a juicier meatloaf.
Experiment with additional spices or herbs for an extra flavor boost.
This meatloaf pairs well with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg