Delicious Homemade Meatloaf Served with Rich and Creamy Mushroom Gravy
This hearty, comforting meatloaf was always a family favorite. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork and topped with a silky mushroom gravy, it turned any weeknight dinner into a memorable meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Diet: Low Calorie
Homemade Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Ground pork | 1 pound |
| Breadcrumbs | 1 cup |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Ketchup | 1/2 cup |
| Onion, finely chopped | 1/2 cup |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried oregano | 1 teaspoon |
| Sliced mushrooms (for gravy) | 8 ounces |
| Butter (for gravy) | 2 tablespoons |
| All-purpose flour (for gravy) | 2 tablespoons |
| Beef broth (for gravy) | 2 cups |
| Heavy cream (for gravy) | 1/2 cup |
| Salt and pepper (for gravy) | To taste |
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano. Mix gently until everything is just combined.
Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan, shaping it into a neat loaf.
Bake in the oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
While it rests, prepare the mushroom gravy. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they are golden and tender, about 5–7 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir for an extra minute to cook out the raw flavor.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Slice the meatloaf and serve it warm, generously topped with the creamy mushroom gravy.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap the beef and pork with ground turkey.
Enhance the flavor by mixing in grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs such as parsley or basil into the meatloaf mixture.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 slice Calories: 350 Sugar: 5g Sodium: 600mg Fat: 22g Saturated Fat: 10g Unsaturated Fat: 8g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 10g Fiber: 1g Protein: 25g Cholesterol: 100mg
