Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatloaf
Enjoy this tender and flavorful meatloaf cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, topped with a sweet and tangy glaze—a comforting classic for any occasion.
Equipment
- 5-quart slow cooker
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients
Meatloaf:
- - ¾ cup milk
- - ⅔ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- - 2 large eggs
- - 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - ½ teaspoon rubbed sage
- - 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- - ½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
Glaze:
- - ¼ cup ketchup
- - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- - 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- - ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the meatloaf: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, bread crumbs, eggs, minced onion, salt, and sage.
- Stir in ground beef and mushrooms until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a round loaf and place it into a 5-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low until a meat thermometer reads 160°F (71°C), for 5 to 6 hours.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Open the slow cooker and spoon the glaze over the meatloaf. Cover and continue to cook on Low until the sauce is heated through, about 15 minutes.
- Carefully remove the meatloaf with two spatulas to a serving plate. Cover with foil and let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
- Customize the seasoning and add-ins according to your taste preferences.
- Ensure the meatloaf reaches the correct internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Letting the meatloaf stand before cutting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a moist and delicious dish.
- Ensure the meatloaf reaches the correct internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Letting the meatloaf stand before cutting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a moist and delicious dish.