Savory Meatloaf with Caramelized Onion Gravy sounds like cozy, homey, pure comfort food heaven. Let’s put together a solid recipe for it—classic vibes with a lighter twist if you want to keep it point-friendly, but still packed with flavor.
🍽️ Savory Meatloaf with Caramelized Onion Gravy
🔹 Meatloaf Ingredients:
1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey (93% lean or better for lower points)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or oats for a lighter swap)
1 egg
1/4 cup milk (unsweetened almond milk works too)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: finely diced onions or bell peppers mixed into the loaf
🔹 Caramelized Onion Gravy:
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil or light butter
1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional, for depth)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
Salt & pepper to taste
🔥 Instructions:
🧆 For the Meatloaf:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients until just combined—don’t overwork it!
Shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish or loaf pan.
Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🧅 For the Onion Gravy:
While meatloaf bakes, heat olive oil/light butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized (about 20–25 mins).
Add balsamic vinegar and stir for a minute (optional but so good).
Sprinkle in flour, stir to coat onions.
Gradually add beef broth, whisking until smooth.
Let simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened. Season to taste.
🥄 To Serve:
Slice the meatloaf, spoon that rich, golden gravy over top, and pair with mashed cauliflower or roasted potatoes + a green veggie.
Want a WW-friendly version with point estimates? I can tweak it more specifically based on the ingredients you usually use!