Gamma's Famous Meatloaf

This might just be the world’s BEST meatloaf. I’ll go ahead and say it. Need to woo your family at your next family gathering? This meatloaf will do just that. It is absolutely delicious!

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Cooling Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Here’s what you need:

  • 1/2 tablespoon canola oil

  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion

  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper

  • 1/2 can crushed tomatoes (optional)

  • 2 lbs Five Heart Farms Dry Aged Ground Beef

  • 1 1/2 sleeves of crushed Ritz crackers

  • 2 lightly beaten eggs

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For The Topping:

  • 1/2-3/4 cup ketchup

  • 2 teaspoon brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard

How to make Gamma’s Famous Meatloaf:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees

  2. Optional: sautee the onions and diced peppers in a small pan with oil to soften.

  3. Crush the Ritz crackers by hand or by food processor until they resemble breadcrumbs.

  4. In a large bowl, mix the eggs, cracker crumbs, onion, bell pepper, cheese, milk, salt and pepper.

  5. Add ground beef and mix all together.

  6. Form it into a loaf and place it into a loaf pan.

  7. Bake for 30 minutes.

  8. Combine the topping ingredients while it bakes and then set aside.

  9. Remove the meatloaf and brush the topping onto the top of the meatloaf. Bake for an additional 30-40 minutes. Ensure the middle is 160 degrees before you slice.

  10. Remove from oven and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

  11. Put on your stretchy pants and ENJOY!