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A thick slice of meatloaf topped with rich mushroom gravy, served with mashed potatoes and green beans on a rustic dinner plate.

Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy Recipe – Classic Comfort Food with Savory Sauce

This Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy is the ultimate comfort food—juicy, flavorful meatloaf smothered in a rich, savory mushroom gravy. Made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and classic seasonings, it’s baked to perfection and topped with a homemade gravy loaded with sautéed mushrooms and herbs. Perfect for cozy family dinners or Sunday suppers, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or buttered noodles. It’s a timeless favorite that’s both hearty and satisfying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Family-style dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American / Diner-Style
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf pan or baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Parchment paper (optional)

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ½ lb beef + ½ lb pork)
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Mushroom Gravy:

  • 1½ cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1½ cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • Optional: 2 tbsp cream or 1 tbsp red wine

Optional Add-ins:

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Balsamic glaze drizzle
  • Bacon strips for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Let cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, sautéed aromatics, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  • Shape into a loaf and place in pan. Top with bacon strips if using.
  • Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F.
  • Meanwhile, make gravy: sauté mushrooms in butter until browned. Stir in flour to form a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer until thickened. Add cream or wine if desired.
  • Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with warm mushroom gravy.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat—just until combined to avoid toughness.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture.
  • Let meatloaf rest before slicing to retain juices.
  • Brown mushrooms deeply for richer gravy flavor.
  • Deglaze the mushroom pan with wine or broth to capture all the flavor.
  • Freeze gravy separately in small portions for easy reheating.
 
Keyword all dinner, American classic, Comfort Food, easy meal, healthy dinner, hearty dinner, Meatloaf, Mushroom Gravy