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Looking for a creative way to preserve meatloaf so you can enjoy its savory flavor anytime? Canning meatloaf is a great solution. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to safely can meatloaf while keeping it delicious and ready to enjoy whenever you like.
Ingredients
Before we start, gather everything you’ll need for canning your meatloaf. These ingredients ensure flavor and safety:
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ground beef (hamburg) | 10 lbs | |
| Garlic cloves | 3 | No more—too much can overpower flavor when pressure-canned |
| Onion | ½ | |
| Light brown sugar | 2–3 tbsp | |
| Tomato ketchup | 1¼ cups | |
| Saltine crackers | 1 plastic package | From a box of saltines |
| Parsley | 1 tbsp | |
| Yellow mustard (powder) | 1 tsp | |
| Pepper | 1 tsp | |
| Salt | 2 tsp | |
| Eggs | 8 |
Instructions
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your canned meatloaf is both safe and flavorful:
1. Prepare Jars and Lids
- Follow standard canning instructions to prepare jars, lids, and bands.
- Keep lids in hot water to soften the rubber seal.
2. Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients thoroughly for a uniform meatloaf mixture.
3. Pack Jars
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