Description
A comforting and savory Crockpot Meatloaf that brings family together. Juicy, tender, and seasoned to perfection, it’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced button or cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté diced onions and minced garlic over medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed onions and garlic, sliced mushrooms, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the Loaf: Lightly grease your crockpot and shape the meat mixture into a loaf inside the crockpot.
- Add the Toppings: Mix ketchup with brown sugar and spread it evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Cook Slowly: Cover and set to low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
- Serve and Enjoy!: Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with your favorite sides.
Notes
Consider using oats instead of breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. Letting the meatloaf rest enhances juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: meatloaf, crockpot, comfort food, family recipe, easy dinner