Christmas Cherry Balls (Soft Frosted Cherry Cake Cookies)

These Christmas Cherry Balls are soft, cake-like cookies filled with festive maraschino cherries and topped with a fluffy cherry-infused frosting. The dough mixes into a tender, slightly sticky batter that bakes into pillowy cookies with delicate golden edges. Each bite brings sweet vanilla, a touch of almond, and pops of cherry flavor—all crowned with a … Read more

Company Pot Roast

Company Pot Roast Ingredients 3–4 lb chuck roast Salt and black pepper 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, sliced 3–4 cloves garlic, smashed 3 cups beef broth 1 cup dry red wine (optional; you can use more broth instead) 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs … Read more

Caramelized Butternut Squash with Feta, Walnuts, and Cranberry-Honey Glaze

Caramelized Butternut Squash with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze Ingredients For the squash 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and black pepper, to taste ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional) For the glaze ⅓ cup dried cranberries 2 tablespoons … Read more

Blueberry Brie Jalapeño Poppers

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Crockpot Chicken Alfredo

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Cracker Barrel Meatloaf – A Classic Comfort Dish You’ll Make Again and Again

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf – A Southern Comfort Classic

When it comes to comfort food, few dishes are as nostalgic as the Cracker Barrel Meatloaf. Juicy, hearty, and bursting with down-home flavor, this Southern-style recipe has long been a family favorite. With tender ground beef, buttery Ritz crackers, savory vegetables, and a sweet-tangy glaze, every bite tastes like a warm hug. Whether you’ve enjoyed it at the restaurant or want to recreate that same magic at home, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of rich flavor and comforting simplicity.

 

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Beef
Milk
garlic
beef
cheese
Cracker Barrel
Ketchup
GROUND BEEF
Garlic

 

Cheese

 

The secret? Ritz crackers, eggs, and milk create the softest, most tender texture, while the ketchup-based glaze adds that irresistible sweet-and-savory finish. Serve it with classic sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or macaroni and cheese, and you’ll have a meal that feels like home.

Ingredients for Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Meatloaf Base

  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio): Juicy and flavorful with just the right amount of fat.
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced: Adds sweetness and depth while keeping the meatloaf moist.
  • 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced: A Cracker Barrel signature touch that adds mild, earthy flavor.
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers: The secret to buttery flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • 2 large eggs, beaten: Bind the ingredients and keep the loaf tender.
  • ½ cup whole milk: Softens the cracker crumbs for a creamy, moist texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt: Enhances overall flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper: Adds warmth without overpowering.
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional): Adds a subtle layer of savory depth.

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)