Description
Dive into a heartwarming dish of classic Recipe Meatloaf With Brown Gravy. This timeless favorite is sure to be a hit at family dinners, bringing comfort and flavor to the table.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup
For the Brown Gravy:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Meatloaf:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- Spread ketchup evenly over the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, or until the meatloaf is fully cooked.
- Brown Gravy:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until it turns a light brown color.
- Gradually add in the beef broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce.
- Simmer the gravy, stirring often, until it thickens to your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the meatloaf slices with a generous pouring of brown gravy.
Notes
To add more flavor, consider mixing in finely chopped bell peppers or grated cheese into the meatloaf mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking & Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with gravy
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg