Old-Fashioned Meatloaf with Brown Gravy – Classic Cozy Dinner

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)
• Salt and pepper, to taste (for gravy)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan with oil or cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix ground beef, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley until just combined.

3. 3

   Shape mixture into a loaf and place in the pan. Smooth the top and bake for 55–65 minutes, or until internal temp is 160–165°F. Let rest 10 minutes.

4. 4

   While meatloaf bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to make a roux and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly.

5. 5

   Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Simmer gravy until thickened, whisking occasionally. Add a splash of broth if too thick. Adjust seasoning to taste.

7. 7

   Slice meatloaf and serve with brown gravy spooned over each slice. Serve extra gravy on the side.