meatloaf and gravy
Forget everything you thought you knew about meatloaf—especially if it involves ketchup. In our house, ketchup is a no-go (my husband made that clear!), so I got creative and crafted a version that brings all the cozy, nostalgic flavor of classic meatloaf, without the red stuff. Instead of a sugary glaze, this meatloaf is smothered in a rich, savory gravy that takes it to a whole new level of comfort food. It’s hearty, flavorful, and family-approved… even by the ketchup critics!
prep time
5 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
Bake
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
- 2 packages Lipton onion soup mix
- 2 large eggs
- 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups water
- fresh chopped parsley (optional)
How To Make meatloaf and gravy
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Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Step 2In a large bowl, use hands to thoroughly mix the ground beef, chopped onion, 2 eggs, bread pieces, Worcestershire sauce, 1 packet of the Lipton Soup Mix, garlic pepper, and seasoning salt.
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Step 3Shape the loaf into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
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Step 4Bake uncovered for 30 minutes
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Step 5While the loaf is baking, prepare the gravy in a small/medium saucepan.
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Step 6Gravy: Melt butter or low/medium heat. Add flour. Mix thoroughly and allow the mixture to cook while mixing. Do not let it burn. Slowly add the water and whisk to ensure no lumps form. Add the 2nd packet of soup mix. Allow to thicken.
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Step 7Remove the meatloaf from the oven and glaze with about 3-4 tablespoons of the gravy. Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for another 30 minutes.
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Step 8Reserve the remaining gravy to serve over the meatloaf.
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Step 9This pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes! Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (optional).
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