Best 10 Crushed Saltine Meatloaf Recipes

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Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, the mere thought of preparing a delectable crushed saltine meatloaf can be both exciting and daunting. This classic comfort food has been a staple in many households for generations, and for good reason. The tantalizing aroma of savory ground beef, the crispy texture of crushed saltines, and the rich, flavorful gravy make it an irresistible dish. If you're seeking the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for this timeless culinary delight, look no further. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a journey through the world of crushed saltine meatloaf, providing you with step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and a variety of mouthwatering recipes to suit every taste. From traditional to modern variations, we've got you covered. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the best recipe for crushed saltine meatloaf that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

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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.

MOM'S CLASSIC MEATLOAF RECIPE



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It's an oldie, but a goodie-- Meatloaf! There's not a whole lot better than a tender and moist meatloaf and this is the PERFECT recipe in my book.

Provided by Heather Cheney

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup milk
2/3 cup crushed saltine crackers
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20% fat)
1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Combine the milk and crushed saltine crackers in a small bowl. Allow to soak for about 5 minutes or until the crackers are soft. Whisk in the egg, salt, sage, dill, and pepper.
  • Place ground beef in a large bowl and add in onion and milk mixture. Gently mix until just combined.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and shape meat into a loaf shape. Dip fingers in water and smooth out the cracks with your if needed.
  • Place in oven and bake for about 20 minutes.
  • Combine ketchup, sugar and Worcestershire sauce and spoon half of it over the partially cooked loaf. Return to the oven.
  • Cook for 5-7 minutes longer and spoon the remainder of the sauce over meatloaf. Continue to cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees-- about 10-15 additional for a total of 35-45 minutes total cooking time.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 487 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Sodium 961 mg, Sugar 28 g

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.

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

UNITED STATES OF MEATLOAF



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small Spanish onion, cut into small dice
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
2 large eggs
1 pound ground chuck
8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
1 cup coarsely crushed saltine crackers (about 24)
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • For the meatloaf: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add the oil and saute the onions until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt, add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes without letting the garlic brown. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, mustard, Worcestershire, hot sauce and eggs, then season with salt and pepper. Add the beef, pork and veal along with the crackers, parsley and cooked onion-garlic mixture. Use your hands to mix until everything is evenly combined. Place the meat mixture on the prepared baking sheet and use your hands to gently form into a rustic loaf shape, about 9 inches by 5 inches.
  • For the glaze: In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar and sriracha.
  • Slather the glaze all over the meatloaf, then bake, basting once halfway through, until the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F, about 1 hour. Let rest for 20 minutes before serving.

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

GRANDMOTHER'S MEAT LOAF



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My grandmother gave me this recipe many years ago. The buttery flavor of the crushed crackers is what gives this meat loaf the special taste that our family says is best!-Etta Winter, Pavilion, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup whole milk
2/3 cup finely crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoonground sage or poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
Green pepper rings, optional
Onion rings, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, crushed crackers, onion, salt, sage or poultry seasoning and pepper. Add ground beef; mix well. press mixture into an 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until no pink remains. Garnish with green pepper and onion rings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.

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.

MARY'S MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf recipe is the only one I use now because my family loves it, and it is very easy to make.

Provided by MROBINSON

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
6 slices white bread, cut into cubes
½ cup milk
1 egg
3 tablespoons yellow mustard, divided
½ cup ketchup, divided
3 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground beef, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix in bread, milk, egg, 2 tablespoons mustard and 1/4 cup ketchup.
  • Press the meat mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a small bowl, stir together remaining mustard, ketchup and brown sugar; pour on top of the meat loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 117.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 581.5 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground beef. For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of ground chuck and ground sirloin. You can also use all ground chuck, but it will be a little less flavorful.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf. Overmixing will make the meatloaf tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use crushed saltine crackers instead of bread crumbs. Saltine crackers add a nice salty flavor and a crispy texture to the meatloaf. You can also use crushed Ritz crackers or Cheez-It crackers.
  • Add some vegetables to the meatloaf. Chopped onion, celery, and carrots add flavor and moisture to the meatloaf. You can also add other vegetables, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. You can add any seasonings that you like to the meatloaf. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, and cumin.
  • Cook the meatloaf at a low temperature. This will help to prevent the meatloaf from drying out. Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will help the meatloaf to hold its shape and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Crushed saltine meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make the best crushed saltine meatloaf ever. So next time you're looking for a hearty and delicious meal, give crushed saltine meatloaf a try.

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