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Sweet and Savory Meatloaf

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
60 min
TOTAL TIME
80 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dinner
Sweet and Savory Meatloaf
Ingredients
  • cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup finely crushed saltine cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
1
Collect all the necessary components before commencing the process.
2
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for optimal results.
3
Lightly coat a 5x9-inch loaf pan with a thin layer of oil to prevent sticking.
4
Press brown sugar evenly into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan, creating a solid foundation.
5
Spread ketchup uniformly over the top sugar layer to add flavor and moisture.
6
Combine all remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl, stirring until they are well incorporated and cohesive.
7
Shape the mixture into a loaf shape, ensuring it is even and compact.
8
Carefully place the loaf on top of the ketchup and sugar crust, creating a layered effect.
9
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the juices run clear, indicating doneness.