Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.
• Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and peppers, and saute until softened, 5-6 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for another minute. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
• In a large bowl, break up the beef into smaller chunks. In another bowl, mix together the Ritz crackers, milk, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, parsley, and cooled peppers and onions. Combine with the beef mixture.
• Turn the meat mixture onto the baking sheet and shape into an approximately 9 x 5 inch loaf. Bake for 35 minutes.
• While the meatloaf cooks, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire, and Dijon mustard to make the glaze.
• Remove the meatloaf from the oven and pour the glaze over the top. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
• If desired, broil the meatloaf for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
• Allow the meatloaf to set for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.