Description
Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy is a comforting family favorite, perfect for any dinner table. This hearty dish features seasoned ground beef shaped into a loaf and smothered in a rich mushroom gravy that enhances its flavors. It’s simple to prepare and can easily be paired with sides like creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Whether you’re cooking for a weekday dinner or hosting a gathering, this meatloaf recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy the satisfaction of serving up this classic comfort food, made even better with leftovers that can be transformed into delicious sandwiches or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared dish; bake for 50–60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- For the gravy, sauté mushrooms in butter until golden. Stir in flour and cook briefly; gradually add broth and cream until thickened.
- Serve slices of meatloaf topped with mushroom gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg