Blue Ribbon Meatloaf
This Blue Ribbon Meatloaf recipe brings some exciting flavors to your plate, such as tomato juice, crushed Saltine crackers, and Cheddar cheese. This may not be the traditional meatloaf recipe you grew up with, but it's one you'll definitely remember for years to come. This classic comfort food is perfect for family dinner any night of the week. Mama made it best, but you can try your hand at a new weeknight favorite with this unique recipe. Delicious and comforting as ever, this meatloaf recipe will have them running to the table.
Preparation Time20 min
Cooking Time1 hr
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 1 cup crushed Saltine crackers
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a large bowl combine meat, tomato juice, crackers, egg, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano and cheese.
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Mix to combine well.
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Press into a loaf pan, or two mini loaf pans.
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Bake for 1 hour, remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Drain off any fat and then slice to serve.