Here’s a classic, hearty Old-Fashioned Meatloaf with Brown Gravy—comfort food at its best 🥩🍴
🥩 Old-Fashioned Meatloaf with Brown Gravy
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 2 lbs ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup ketchup (for topping)
Brown Gravy
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment.
- Prepare Meatloaf
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, milk, eggs, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape into a loaf and place in the pan.
- Spread ketchup evenly on top.
- Bake
- Bake 60–70 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Make Brown Gravy
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour to make a roux; cook 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, avoiding lumps.
- Simmer until thickened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce if desired.
- Serve
- Slice meatloaf and pour brown gravy over slices.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and veggies for a classic meal.
Tips
- Don’t overmix the meat or it will be dense.
- For extra flavor, add chopped bell peppers or shredded carrots to the meat mixture.
- Leftover meatloaf makes excellent sandwiches.
I can also share a slow-cooker version or glazed maple-bacon twist if you want a slightly different take.
