Classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy – just like Mom’s!

Classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy for those nights you’re feeling nostalgic and want an easy, filling meal.

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Last night I sat down & made a meal plan/grocery list. Hopefully I stick to it.

Do you have a meal your mom used to make a lot & you kinda got burnt out on it? That’s meatloaf for me.

But, Bob has been requesting it for months. He specifically said he wanted the kind with gravy, not ketchup/BBQ sauce.

I hadn’t eaten meatloaf in probably 15 years (I’m not really happy that I can say I haven’t done something in 15 years..), but I was pleasantly surprised. It’s good.

MEATLOAF INGREDIENTS

• Ground Sirloin – Sirloin is my cut of choice, but if you have ground round or chuck, those will work too. Sirloin, however, is lean and has a great flavor
• Bread Crumbs – I just use plain bread crumbs but you can switch it up and use Italian or other flavored to change the taste.
• Worcestershire sauce – A super savory sauce, Worcestershire is perfect for meatloaf.
• Egg – The egg helps act as the glue to hold your meatloaf together.
• Salt & pepper – the basics, but so important!
• Onion flakes – Dried onion is great to keep on hand for those days you run out of fresh onion. Or you just don’t feel like peeling, chopping, crying (me!)
• Montreal steak seasoning – Typically a blend of garlic, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper flakes, dill seed, and salt, Montreal steak seasoning adds a lot of flavor.

TOOLS TO HELP YOU MAKE MEATLOAF

• Large Mixing Bowl – I’ve had these OXO mixing bowls with grips on the bottoms for years (they were actually a wedding shower gift from my grandma) and they’re my favorite.
• 8″ x 4″ Loaf Pans – I like that this set comes with two pans – one of meatloaf, one for a cinnamon quick bread for dessert.
• Meat Thermometer – You need to make sure that your meat reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees and it’s safest to check it with a meat thermometer.
• Gravy Boat – You need a gravy boat to pour gravy ALL over your meat and potatoes.

WHAT SHOULD I SERVE WITH MEATLOAF?

• Brown Gravy – I personally like the brown gravy packet mix. If you want to make it from scratch, here’s a “how to make gravy” recipe.
• Mashed Potatoes – You have to have mashed potatoes with meat loaf. HAVE TO.
• Loaded Cauliflower Casserole – If you’re watching your carbs and want to skip the potatoes, I highly recommend loaded cauliflower casserole.
• Roasted Zucchini – I love roasting veggies and zucchini pairs perfectly with meatloaf.

Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

Classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy for those nights you're feeling nostalgic.

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Servings: 6

Calories: 407kcal

Author: Melissa | Persnickety Plates

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground sirloin
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 egg
• 1/4 t. salt
• 1/4 t. freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 t. onion flakes
• 1/4 t. Montreal steak seasoning

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a large bowl, combine all ingredients & mix well.
• Shape into an 8" x 4" pan.
• Bake on the center rack for 1 hour or until internal temperature is 160 degrees. Meat should be well done with no traces of pink.
• Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Adapted from Allrecipes

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 449mg | Potassium: 665mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 5.1mg

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Originally published August 15, 2011