Julie's Meatloaf - Meat Loaf Recipe

Name: Julie's Meatloaf - Meat Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 sleeves of saltine crackers, crushed; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 1/8 cup (30 ml) sweet pickle juice; 2 lbs (.9 kg). ground beef; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). garlic powder; 1 tsp (5 ml). salt; 1 tsp (5 ml). black pepper; 1 medium green bell peppper, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 cup (125 ml) BBQ sauce; 1/2 cup (125 ml) tomato ketchup; several thick slices of Provolone Cheese; extra tomato ketchup, for the topping

Servings: persons

1-1/2 sleeves of saltine crackers, crushed
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/8 cup (30 ml) sweet pickle juice
2 lbs (.9 kg). ground beef
1/2 tsp (2 ml). garlic powder
1 tsp (5 ml). salt
1 tsp (5 ml). black pepper
1 medium green bell peppper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup (125 ml) BBQ sauce
1/2 cup (125 ml) tomato ketchup
several thick slices of Provolone Cheese
extra tomato ketchup, for the topping

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Preheat oven to 450 degrees (225 C.).
2
Spray a large loaf pan with vegetable spray.
3
Mix together well, by hand, the crackers, eggs, pickle juice, ground beef, garlic powder, salt, pepper, bell pepper, onion, BBQ sauce and tomato ketchup.
4
Put half of this mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
5
Lay several slices of the cheese on top of this mixture, making sure the edges of the cheese overlap each other.
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Put the remaining half of the beef mixture on top of the cheese.
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Lay several more slices of the cheese on top of this, again making sure the cheese overlap each other.
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Spread some extra tomato ketchup over the top of the cheese.
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Put the fully filled loaf pan on top of a cookie sheet.
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Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until done to suit you.
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NOTE: The cheese on top WILL be crunchy.
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NOTE: If mixture is really wet, when mixing it together, then you may want to add more crushed crackers.
13
If mixture is really dry, then add more pickle juice, BBQ Sauce, or ketchup.
14
Note: Can use frozen mixture of green peppers and onions, and can also use dill pickle juice, your choice.
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Note: This entree is really good with mashed potatoes and green peas as your side dishes
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Yum, Yum!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 sleeves of saltine crackers, crushed, 2 eggs, slightly beaten, 1/8 cup (30 ml) sweet pickle juice, 2 lbs (.9 kg). ground beef, and more.

Yes, Julie's Meatloaf - Meat Loaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Julie's Meatloaf - Meat Loaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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