Description
A classic comfort food combining savory beef and creamy mushroom gravy, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared dish. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Sauté the sliced mushrooms in butter until they turn golden, then stir in the flour and gradually add the broth and cream while stirring until thickened.
Notes
Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 10 minutes after cooking for optimal juiciness. Variations include turkey meatloaf and vegetarian options with lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg