Description
A classic, comforting meatloaf made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and savory seasonings, topped with a rich homemade brown gravy. Perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix the ingredients until just combined. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a lightly greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet.
- Bake the meatloaf for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the brown gravy. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens and is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with the brown gravy poured over the top.
Notes
- If your meatloaf is falling apart, you likely need more breadcrumbs or egg, or you may have sliced it too soon.
- For gluten-free meatloaf, swap breadcrumbs for oats or a gluten-free blend.
- If using very lean meat, add a bit of olive oil or butter to prevent dryness.
- Always taste your gravy before serving to adjust seasoning.
- Meatloaf can be made ahead; mix the loaf the night before and bake the next day, allowing it to come to room temperature first for even cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheat well in the microwave with a splash of water.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 calories
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 0mg