Description
Crockpot Meatloaf delivers classic comfort with zero hassle—juicy, flavorful, and full of that nostalgic home-cooked goodness. Just mix, shape, and let your slow cooker do the rest.
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup ketchup (plus extra for glaze)
Instructions
- Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper gently in a bowl.
- Shape into a loaf and place in a parchment- or foil-lined slow cooker, leaving room around it.
- Spread ketchup over the top for a glossy glaze.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours—meatloaf is done when internal temp reaches 160 °F.
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Lift out using foil/parchment and spoon juices and glaze over slices.
Notes
- Use ground turkey for a leaner version—add extra moisture (milk or grated veggies) to prevent dryness.
- To reduce grease, cook loaf on a rack or a bed of sliced onions/carrots.
- Mix glaze variations—try ketchup blended with brown sugar, mustard, or BBQ sauce.
- Prep the loaf the night before and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Let the loaf rest before slicing to retain juiciness.
