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For the meatloaf: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
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Add the oil and onions, season with some salt and saute until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes without letting the garlic brown.
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Remove from the heat and let cool.
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In a large bowl, add the crackers, milk, mustard, Worcestershire, hot sauce and eggs.
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Whisk together, and then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Add the meat, parsley and cooled onions.
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Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
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Bake a tester meatloaf patty to taste and test the seasoning, adjusting as necessary.
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Using your hands, gently form the meatloaf into a loaf about 9-by-5-inches.
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Place on a baking sheet.
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For the glaze: In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and apple cider vinegar.
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Slather half of the glaze over the meatloaf.
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Make sure not to touch the meatloaf with the spoon and then put that spoon back into the glaze; don't cross contaminate, people!
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Bake until the meat registers 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 hour.
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Let rest for 20 minutes before slicing for sandwiches.
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For the sandwich build: Place a slice of cheese on the bottom griddled bun, then a slice of meatloaf, spoon some extra glaze on the loaf, pop on a few pickles and top with crispy onions.
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Repeat to make 3 more sandwiches.
