Description
This Crockpot Meatloaf features tender ground beef mixed with flavorful seasonings and a sweet-tangy glaze, making it a perfect comfort food for your family dinners. Its simple preparation ensures a hassle-free cooking experience while delivering mouthwatering results.
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- black pepper (to taste)
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
- 2 pounds ground beef
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by creating a foil sling with heavy-duty aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sea salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir in panko breadcrumbs and dried minced onion, then let sit for 5 minutes to soak.
- Add ground beef to the mixture and combine gently, ensuring not to overmix.
- Shape the mixture into a large oval loaf and place it on the foil sling in the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix the glaze ingredients. Reserve half in the fridge and spread the remaining glaze over the meatloaf.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to high for 2.5-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Once cooked, add the reserved glaze on top and scrape off any overcooked spots if necessary.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing, ensuring to drain any excess juices.
Notes
For additional flavor, you can mix in some finely chopped bell peppers or mushrooms.
Ensure not to overcook the meatloaf to keep it tender.
Using a mix of ground beef and pork can enhance the flavor and moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg