Description
A hearty and flavorful classic meatloaf recipe served with rich brown gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for topping)
- For the gravy: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 2 cups beef broth, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a loaf pan.
- Spread ketchup over the top.
- Bake for 60 minutes.
- While the meatloaf bakes, make the gravy.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with gravy.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.
- For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water for the gravy.
- Check the internal temperature of the meatloaf with a meat thermometer; it should reach 160°F (71°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg