Recipe: Skillet Meat Loaf (using cracker crumbs)

SKILLET MEAT LOAF

2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups crushed saltine crackers (about 40)
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/4 cups thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
2 pounds ground beef
Additional ketchup and mustard (as needed, optional)

In a large bowl combine the eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Add the saltines, onion, celery and carrot. Add beef and mix well.

Pat ingredients into 10-inch skillet. Top with additional ketchup and mustard if desired.

Cover and cook over medium heat for 8 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook 15-20 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F. Drain. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Makes 8 servings
Source: Quick Cooking magazine