Easy Imitation Paula Deen Meatloaf
This easy, homestyle meatloaf bakes up tender and juicy with a sweet-tangy glaze. It’s weeknight-friendly comfort food.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef (80–85% lean)
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion finely chopped
- 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.33 cup ketchup for the meat mixture
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.75 cup crushed saltine crackers
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup for the glaze
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar for the glaze
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard for the glaze
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar optional, for the glaze
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
- Whisk eggs, milk, 1/3 cup ketchup, and Worcestershire in a large bowl.
- Stir in crushed crackers and let sit 2 minutes to hydrate.
- Add beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape into a loaf and set in the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Combine 1/2 cup ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar to make the glaze.
- Bake 35 minutes. Brush the top with about half the glaze.
- Return to oven 20–25 minutes, until the center reaches 160°F.
- Rest 10 minutes. Slice and serve with the remaining glaze.
Notes
Variation: Swap half the beef for ground pork for a richer flavor, or use ground turkey for a lighter loaf. Leftovers are great for sandwiches—chill, slice thick, and sear in a hot skillet. Store airtight up to 4 days or freeze slices up to 2 months.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Imitation Paula Deen Meatloaf flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.