Description

This classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy is the ultimate comfort food — tender, juicy, and topped with a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for family dinners or Sunday meals, it’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make from scratch with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

1 tbsp butter

½ cup yellow or white onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 lbs ground beef (80/20)

2 large eggs

¾ cup breadcrumbs

¾ cup milk

2 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp onion powder

1½ tsp garlic powder

1½ tsp paprika

½ tsp dried oregano

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

For the Brown Gravy:

2½ tbsp butter

2½ tbsp flour

2 cups beef stock

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Sauté aromatics: In a saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more. Transfer to a large bowl and set saucepan aside for later.
Mix the meatloaf: Add ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings (salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, parsley) to the bowl with onions. Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.
Shape and bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet, shaping into an 8×4-inch loaf. Bake 55–65 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Rest the meatloaf: Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Make the gravy: In the same saucepan, melt 2½ tbsp butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux, cooking for 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef stock until smooth. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Slice the meatloaf and serve topped with warm brown gravy, with extra gravy on the side.

Notes

Use 80/20 beef for the juiciest results.

For a lighter version, use ground turkey and chicken broth for the gravy.

Add finely diced carrots or mushrooms to the meat mixture for extra flavor.

For a touch of sweetness, mix in 1 tbsp ketchup or barbecue sauce.

Letting the meatloaf rest prevents crumbling when sliced.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice with gravy
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 165mg