For me, I always leaned more toward the “hate it” side.

This was, of course, until I started making meatloaf of my ownspecifically this CopycatCracker Barrelmeatloaf recipe.

The trick to making delicious meatloaf

What changed my mind about meatloaf?

Slices of meatloaf on a plate with sides.

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The way it is made!

Meatloaf is usually softened with some kind of breading.

Breadcrumbs are a pretty normal breading to be put in meatloaf.

Plate of Cracker Barrel copycat foods.

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My mother always liked to put oatmeal in her meatloaf.

I like to add actual slices ofbread(soaked in milk) into my meatloaf.

Once I started doing that, my opinion for meatloaf drastically changed.

Hamburger bun soaking in milk for meatloaf.

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Now I make meatloaf a few times a month!

What makes this a Cracker Barrel meatloaf?

Like I mentioned, meatloaf can be made in all different types of ways.

Meatloaf ingredients in a bowl.

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Hence why this recipe has a whole can of tomatoes, as well as diced green peppers and onions.

Here’s how to make a copycat Cracker Barrel meatloaf step-by-step.

ground beef1 10 oz.

Formed meatloaf in a deep casserole dish.

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You don’t want to use a shallow pan because the meatloaf will release juices while cooking.

The easy way to make healthier comfort foods.

Once finished, spread the 1/2 cup of ketchup on top.

Spreading ketchup on the cooked meatloaf.

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Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Full Recipe

Slicing meatloaf for dinner

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