🍖🧅 Southern Meatloaf with Brown Gravy
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Meatloaf:
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20 preferred for moisture)
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1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed saltines
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 eggs
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½ cup milk
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1½ tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp dried thyme or parsley
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Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika or Creole seasoning for a Southern kick
For the Brown Gravy:
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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Salt & black pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Meatloaf
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large bowl, combine all meatloaf ingredients. Mix just until combined — don’t overwork it.
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Form into a loaf shape and place in a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
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Bake uncovered for 55–65 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
2️⃣ Make the Brown Gravy
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden (this is the roux).
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Slowly whisk in beef broth, stirring to prevent lumps.
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Add Worcestershire sauce and simmer 5–7 minutes, or until thickened.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3️⃣ Serve
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Spoon brown gravy generously over sliced meatloaf.
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Serve with mashed potatoes, collard greens, corn, or fried okra.
✅ Tips
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Use a mix of beef and pork for a softer texture.
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Add grated carrot or bell pepper for extra flavor and moisture.
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For a deeper gravy, sauté a bit of diced onion or mushrooms in the butter before making the roux.
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