Ah, a classic! An Old-Fashioned Meatloaf with Brown Gravy is comfort food at its finestโwarm, hearty, and packed with flavor. Hereโs a simple overview of how it usually comes together:
Ingredients
- Ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- Onion, finely chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Bread crumbs or oats
- Milk
- Egg(s)
- Salt, pepper, and herbs (like thyme or parsley)
- Ketchup or tomato paste for topping
Meatloaf Directions
- Preheat oven to around 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Mix meat and seasonings in a bowlโdonโt overwork it or it gets dense.
- Shape into a loaf on a baking pan or in a loaf pan.
- Top with ketchup or a simple glaze (like a mix of ketchup and brown sugar).
- Bake for 50โ60 minutes, until cooked through.
Brown Gravy
- Use the pan drippings from the meatloaf or make a simple roux with butter and flour.
- Add beef stock gradually while stirring until smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce if you like.
Serve thick slices of meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes and that rich brown gravy over the topโyouโve got the ultimate comfort meal.
If you want, I can give you a secret trick to make the meatloaf ultra-moist so it never dries out. Do you want me to share that?
