How to Make Venison Meatloaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, meatloaf often takes the top spot. It’s a classic dish that’s warm, filling, and perfect for a cozy family meal. While some might stick to the traditional ground beef version, there are plenty of alternatives that make for a tasty twist on this beloved recipe. One such alternative is venison meatloaf, a unique and delicious take on the classic comfort food.

Venison, which refers to the meat of a deer, is lean and full of flavor. It’s a popular choice for...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground venison
  • 8 saltine crackers, crumbled
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
  • ½ teaspoon spicy brown mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried minced onion flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon dried cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
  • 1 dash cinnamon
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together venison, crackers, egg, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a bowl. Season with mustard, garlic powder, onion flakes, cilantro, thyme, cinnamon, and paprika; mix well. Pat mixture into a 9x9-inch pan, or a loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 40 minutes.
  • Stir together ketchup with remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Spread on top of the meatloaf and place back in the oven for 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    220 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 143mg
    • Sodium: 275mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 450mg