BBQ Meatloaf
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Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
- 1 Large Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Ground Beef
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1-2 packets Onion Soup Mix, (use 1 for less salt, 2 for bolder flavor)
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1½ cups Crushed-up Ritz Crackers
- 3-4 cups Green Beans , fresh or frozen
- For the Glaze:
- 1/3 cup Ketchup
- 1/3 cup BBQ Sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add: Ground beef, Eggs, Onion soup mix, Milk, Ketchup, Barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Crushed crackers.
- Mix gently with your hands or a spoon just until combined. Don’t overmix or the meatloaf can become dense.
- Shape the mixture into a firm loaf shape (oval or round) that will fit inside your slow cooker.
- Add green beans to the bottom of the slow cooker in an even layer.
- Place the formed meatloaf directly on top of the green beans.
- In a small bowl, mix together: ⅓ cup ketchup & ⅓ cup barbecue sauce. Spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Cover and cook: LOW for 6–7 hours (best texture) or HIGH for 3–4 hours. The meatloaf is done when the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Carefully lift the meatloaf out (two spatulas help). Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing so it holds together.
- Optional: Cook alongside Reser's mashed potatoes. Cook according to the package instructions.
Turned out great!