Naked Meatloaf

• saltines↗12 12
• teaspoon dried parsley flakes↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon mesquite powder1⁄4 teaspoon
• teaspoon rubbed sage1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon garlic↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• teaspoon onion powder↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon peppercorn blend1⁄4 teaspoon
• eggs↗3 3
• teaspoon soy sauce↗1 teaspoon
• lbs ground beef↗1 1⁄3 lbs

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375.

2. 2

   Crush saltines.

3. 3

   Put saltines, spices/herbs and seasonings in large bowl. Mix.

4. 4

   Whisk together eggs and soy sauce.

5. 5

   Add ground beef to cracker mixture. Mix with hands thoroughly until crumbly.

6. 6

   Pour egg mixture on top. Mix thoroughly with hands.

7. 7

   Transfer to glass pie plate. Press down around edges to make a "moat".

8. 8

   Bake for 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Use baster to remove as much juice as possible.

10. 10

    Cook 5 minutes longer.

11. 11

    Remove and let stand 5 minutes to absorb juices.