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Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

A classic dinner dish, this meatloaf is moist and well-seasoned, served with a rich mushroom brown gravy. Perfect for meal prep and family dinners!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Ingredients
  • 2.5 pounds ground chuck 90% lean for a healthier option
  • 1 cup day old bread, crumbled or 4-5 slices
  • 1/4 cup parsley, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves plus 1 teaspoon for the gravy
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup whole milk can replace with low-fat milk
Gravy Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons pan drippings
  • 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine optional
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups low sodium beef stock
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and set the rack to the middle level.
  2. Gently mix all of the meatloaf ingredients together in a large bowl.
  3. Form an approximately 9-inch long by 5-inch wide loaf and place it into a baking dish.
  4. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until meatloaf reaches 160°F with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the deepest part of the loaf.
  5. Once the meatloaf has achieved the 160°F internal temp, remove it from the oven and wait 15-20 minutes before cutting.
Gravy Preparation
  1. During the resting time, prepare the gravy by heating a large pan to medium heat and searing the mushrooms in the pan drippings.
  2. Cook the mushrooms until they release their water and it evaporates.
  3. Add the dry white wine and cook for 2 minutes until it reduces by half.
  4. Lower heat and add the flour, stirring constantly until golden brown.
  5. Add beef stock and thyme, bringing to a boil while whisking to incorporate the flour.
  6. Lower heat to a simmer and season with salt and pepper. Adjust thickness with stock or water as needed.

Notes

For a healthier version, use leaner meats and low-fat milk. Great for meal prep and can be frozen for later.