Description
Southern-Style Skillet Meatloaf with Gravy is a comforting dish that brings warmth to any table with its rich flavor and tender texture, perfect for cozy dinners or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely chopped (any color)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth (for the gravy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet by placing a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat and adding the olive oil.
- Sauté the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic for about 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the meat mixture into the skillet, shaping it into an oval loaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Prepare the gravy by heating the beef broth in a small saucepan and thickening it if desired.
- Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving with gravy.
Notes
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- For a moist meatloaf, consider adding grated vegetables like carrots or zucchini.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To freeze, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: meatloaf, skillet, gravy, southern, comfort food