Description
Enjoy a classic comfort food with this easy homemade meatloaf topped with rich mushroom gravy. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe combines tender ground meat with savory mushroom sauce for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth or mushroom broth
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In a skillet, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Mushroom Gravy: In the same skillet, stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef or mushroom broth until smooth. Add sautéed mushrooms, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Add cream or soy sauce if desired.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment or lightly grease.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Shape and Bake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared dish, shaping into a loaf or mini loaves. Bake for 45-55 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the meatloaf and pour mushroom gravy over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or salad.
Notes
- Add shredded cheese into the meat mixture for extra richness.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a healthier variation.
- Incorporate herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley for enhanced flavor.
- For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or oats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg