Description
Get ready to fall in love with this comforting classic—Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy. Perfect for a quick dinner, a cozy weekend meal, or even elegant comfort food for guests, this dish is a warm hug on a plate. Juicy, flavorful ground meat is blended with herbs, onions, and breadcrumbs, then baked to perfection and topped with a rich, savory mushroom gravy that takes it over the top. If you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, hearty food inspiration, or the ultimate meatloaf recipe for family meals, this is the one to try. The earthy mushrooms and creamy gravy make every bite melt-in-your-mouth delicious. It’s everything you love about comfort food, made easy and elevated.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Mushroom Gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into a loaf on a lined baking sheet or press into a loaf pan.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- While baking, prepare the mushroom gravy. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, then add thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cream if using.
- Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mushroom gravy spooned over the top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes