Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 ounce

evaporated milk

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.5 cup

green pepper

chopped

0.25 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

saltine crackers

coarsely crushed

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground mustard

0.25 tsp

pepper

1.5 pound

lean ground beef

(90% lean)

10.75 ounce

condensed tomato soup

undiluted

2 tbsp

ketchup

0.5 tsp

horseradish

Step 1
~8 min

In a large bowl, combine evaporated milk, egg, green pepper, and onion.

Step 2
~8 min

Stir in crushed saltine crackers, salt, ground mustard, and pepper.

Step 3
~8 min

Crumble lean ground beef over the mixture and mix well.

Step 4
~8 min

Pat the mixture into an ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan.

Step 5
~8 min

Bake, uncovered, at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°F (70°C).

Step 6
~8 min

Drain any excess fat.

Step 7
~8 min

Let the loaf stand in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 8
~8 min

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the tomato soup, ketchup, and horseradish.

Step 9
~8 min

Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Step 10
~8 min

Turn the meatloaf out onto a serving platter.

Step 11
~8 min

Spoon 1/2 cup of the hot sauce over the loaf.

Step 12
~8 min

Serve the remaining sauce with the meatloaf.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce to the meatloaf mixture.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is cooked through.

Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meatloaf can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Green beans

Coleslaw

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Mac and cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meals

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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