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easy meatloaf

Easy Meatloaf That Will Make You Love Dinner Again

This easy meatloaf recipe combines hearty ingredients with zesty Pace Picante sauce for a quick yet satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Hamburger Meat Use ground beef with an 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • 1 cup Pace Picante Sauce Adds moisture and flavor
  • 1 cup Saltine Crackers Acts as a binder
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Used for a sweet topping

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and have a baking dish ready.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine hamburger meat, crushed saltine crackers, Pace Picante sauce, egg, salt, and fresh black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture into the baking dish and shape it into a loaf, about 1.5 to 2 inches high.
  4. Spread ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  5. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  6. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional veggies or proteins to suit your taste. Perfect for leftovers or meatloaf sandwiches!

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