Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
Feel free to substitute the ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter version, or use gluten-free breadcrumbs if you have dietary restrictions. The beauty of this recipe is its flexibility, allowing you to tailor it to your tastes and needs.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through.
- While the meatloaf bakes, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté until golden brown.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add the beef broth, soy sauce, and thyme, stirring until the gravy thickens.
- Once the meatloaf is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the meatloaf with the mushroom gravy drizzled generously over the top.
As you prepare this dish, remember my abuela’s wisdom: trust your senses. The aroma of the sautéed mushrooms and the bubbling gravy will guide you to culinary perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International