Classic Brown Gravy Meatloaf

 

Classic Brown Gravy Meatloaf

You will love this meatloaf!  This is my Mom’s traditional meatloaf made with rich brown gravy. It's so moist and the gravy makes it incredible.   Forget about those ketchup smothered meatloaf recipes. This one is to die for!

Love this meatloaf! It is juicy and flavorful, and no pun intended, this is the way every mom should make it. Forget about those ketchup smothered meatloaf recipes. Since veal stock isn't always available, we tend to use 1 cup of beef stock and 1 cup of chicken stock, but really you could use whatever you have.
Classic Brown Gravy Meatloaf

2 teaspoons butter
3/4 pound ground beef
1/4 pound ground pork
1 cup minced onions
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup bread crumbs
Salt and fresh ground black pepper

Gravy

2 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons water

salt and pepper to taste

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a baking dish with the butter. 

In a large bowl, add beef, pork, onions, garlic, eggs, cream, salt and pepper, and bread crumbs. Blend thoroughly with hands to make sure everything is mixed in. 

Shape the mixture into a loaf and place on the prepared pan. Pour the beef stock over the top of the loaf. Bake for about 60-90 minutes or until done.

Remove the pan from the oven and transfer your meatloaf to a platter while you make your gravy.

Pour drippings from baking pan into saucepan and place on medium high heat. In a small bowl, whisk the flour with 2 tablespoons water to make slurry.  Add slurry to the drippings bring the liquid to a boil, stirring constantly. Season the gravy with salt and pepper.  Slice the meatloaf and top with gravy.

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for memories of home.  Want a bite?  

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