Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

A thrifty American classic, meatloaf turns ground beef, breadcrumbs, and eggs into a tender loaf that feeds a crowd. Onion, bell pepper, and a ladle of brown gravy keep this dinner firmly in comfort-food territory.

Serves 6

Estimate for one serving

• 520 cal
• 32g protein
• 24g carbs
• 32g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1 medium (finely diced) yellow onion
• 1/2 (finely diced) green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 Tbsp (chopped) fresh parsley
• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)
• 1/4 cup ketchup (for glaze)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it.
2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley.
3. 3Add diced onion, diced bell pepper, breadcrumbs, and ground beef. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—do not overmix.
4. 4Shape the mixture into a loaf about 9×5 inches on the prepared baking sheet.
5. 5Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and spread the remaining ketchup evenly over the top.
6. 6Return to oven and bake another 15–20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
7. 7While the meatloaf finishes baking, make the gravy: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
8. 8Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until golden and nutty smelling.
9. 9Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire. Bring to a simmer and cook 3–4 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
10. 10Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve each slice with a generous spoonful of brown gravy.