Ina Garten Meatloaf with Garlic Sauce Recipe
A homemade meatloaf is one of the best comfort meals you can make. This Ina Garten Meatloaf with Garlic Sauce Recipe is juicy, flavorful and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepperGarlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
Prepare the Meat Mixture
- Place the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper into a large bowl. Mix gently until everything is evenly combined.
Shape the Meatloaf
- Transfer the meat mixture onto a prepared baking sheet or loaf pan. Shape it into a smooth loaf without pressing too firmly to keep it tender.
Bake the Meatloaf
- Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for about one hour. Cook until the center reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.
Cook the Garlic
- While the meatloaf bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant without browning.
Make the Sauce
- Whisk the flour into the butter mixture. Slowly pour in the beef broth while whisking. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until smooth and creamy.
Rest the Meatloaf
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for about ten minutes. This helps the juices stay inside every slice.
Slice and Add Sauce
- Cut the meatloaf into thick slices. Spoon the warm garlic sauce generously over each serving and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately while everything is hot. Pair it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables or fresh bread for a complete homemade meal.
Notes
- Use ground beef with some fat.
- Mix gently.
- Do not overwork the meat.
- Finely chop the onion.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing.
- Use fresh garlic.
- Taste the sauce before serving.
- Add Parmesan to the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot.