Heidelberg Meatloaf

Experience the hearty, homemade charm of Heidelberg Meatloaf, a classic dish inspired by German flavors. This tender and juicy meatloaf combines ground beef and pork with caramelized onions, fresh parsley, and a touch of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce for a savory depth of flavor. Soaked breadcrumbs and whole milk create a perfectly moist texture, while a rich beef gravy with a hint of sour cream adds a luxurious finishing touch. Ideal for family dinners or comforting gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and bakes to golden perfection in just one hour. Serve it with your favorite sides—think buttery mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables—for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 1 large onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 120 milliliters whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 250 milliliters beef broth
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 tablespoons sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a loaf pan or baking dish.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic, and heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until golden brown and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with milk and let sit for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, sautéed onion mixture, soaked breadcrumbs, finely chopped parsley, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape into a smooth loaf. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).

Step 6

While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the gravy: In the same skillet used for the onions, add the flour and cook over medium heat for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the beef broth, breaking up any lumps, and simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in sour cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Once the meatloaf is done, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with the gravy drizzled over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1597.6 grams (1597.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2876

Total Fat 191.10g	245%
Saturated Fat 70.90g	355%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 858mg	286%
Sodium 7276mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 119.80g	44%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 181.50g	363%

Vitamin D 111IU	553%
Calcium 488mg	38%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2207mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 16.4%