meatloaf with brown gravy

Here’s a classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy recipe — tender, flavorful, and perfect with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies. 🍖✨

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🍽️ Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (80/20 blend is ideal)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¾ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
• ½ cup milk
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the Brown Gravy:

• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatloaf

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper or foil.
2. In a large bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk. Let it soak for 5 minutes until soft.
3. Add ground beef, onion, garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
4. Mix gently with your hands until just combined (don’t overmix).
5. Shape into a loaf (about 8×4 inches) and place on the prepared pan.

2. Bake

• Bake uncovered for 50–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
• Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

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3. Make the Brown Gravy

1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in flour, whisking constantly for about 1 minute to make a roux.
3. Slowly pour in beef broth while whisking to avoid lumps.
4. Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and a pinch of salt & pepper.
5. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring until thickened and smooth.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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4. Serve

• Slice the meatloaf and drizzle with the warm brown gravy.
• Perfect sides: mashed potatoes, green beans, or buttered corn.

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Optional Glaze (if you like a touch of sweetness):

Before baking, spread this mixture on top of the loaf:

• ¼ cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp Dijon or yellow mustard

This gives a classic diner-style finish with gravy served on the side or poured over slices.

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