Description
Mississippi Meatloaf is a tender, flavorful comfort food dish made with lean ground beef, seasoned gravy, and a hint of tangy peperoncini. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals.
Ingredients
2 pounds lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)
1 cup 2% milk
2 large eggs, well beaten
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 (1 ounce) packets au jus gravy mix
2 (1 ounce) packets ranch seasoning mix
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
3 cups cold water
1/4 cup peperoncini juice
6 peperoncini peppers
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
1. Line a 6 or 8-quart slow cooker with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, 1 packet au jus gravy mix, 1 packet ranch seasoning mix, and breadcrumbs until fully combined.
3. Add ground beef and gently mix with hands until just combined; avoid overmixing.
4. Transfer the meat mixture into the slow cooker and shape into an oval.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cold water, peperoncini juice, and remaining packets of au jus and ranch seasoning.
6. Pour gravy mixture over meatloaf and around the sides.
7. Place the six peperoncini peppers on top of the meatloaf.
8. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. Carefully lift meatloaf from slow cooker and place on serving dish.
10. Strain the gravy into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat.
11. Whisk cornstarch and water into a slurry and gradually stir into simmering gravy until thickened.
12. Slice meatloaf and serve with gravy poured over each portion.
Notes
Do not overmix ground beef to keep meatloaf tender.
Let meatloaf rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days in the refrigerator.
Freeze portions for up to two months; defrost overnight before reheating.
Adjust peperoncini peppers and juice for milder or spicier flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American