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Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy

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A classic comfort food meatloaf upgraded with a rich mushroom gravy, perfect for weeknight dinners and great as leftovers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic paste)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a casserole dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, and salt and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared dish.
  4. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Let rest while making the gravy.
  5. For the mushroom gravy: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir for about 2 minutes.
  7. Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth, then add heavy cream. Simmer until gravy thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
  8. Slice the meatloaf and spoon mushroom gravy over servings.

Notes

For a lighter texture, use panko instead of regular breadcrumbs. You can replace some ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter option, but be cautious about moisture.

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