Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

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

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.

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Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

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

Servings 6

Calories 407 kcal

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

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients & mix well.

3. Shape into an 8" x 4" pan.
4. 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.
5. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Recipe Notes

Adapted from Allrecipes

Nutrition Facts

Meatloaf with Brown Gravy

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 407 Calories from Fat 216

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 24g 37%

Saturated Fat 9g 45%

Cholesterol 130mg 43%

Sodium 449mg 19%

Potassium 665mg 19%

Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%

Dietary Fiber 0g 0%

Sugars 3g

Protein 30g 60%

Vitamin A 1.2%

Vitamin C 3.6%

Calcium 7.6%

Iron 28.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Originally published August 15, 2011