Danish Meatloaf

Take your classic comfort food to the next level with this traditional Danish Meatloaf recipe, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This Scandinavian spin on meatloaf combines a rich blend of ground beef and pork, infused with warm spices like nutmeg, and topped with a savory layer of crispy, golden bacon. The meatloaf is baked to perfection, then served with a luscious homemade brown gravy made from a roux, beef stock, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce for an extra depth of flavor. Quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, this recipe pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy this comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 500 grams Ground pork
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 150 milliliters Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 500 milliliters Beef stock
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 200 grams (thinly sliced) Bacon
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf form and place it in the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Carefully lay the bacon slices across the top of the meatloaf, slightly overlapping them to ensure full coverage.

Step 5

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).

Step 6

While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the brown gravy. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Step 7

Gradually whisk in the beef stock, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, and continue to simmer until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Once the meatloaf is done, allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve the Danish meatloaf with the prepared brown gravy drizzled on top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2293.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4543.4

Total Fat 306.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.1g
Cholesterol 1431.6mg	0%
Sodium 12760.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 322.9g	0%

Vitamin D 186.5IU	0%
Calcium 609.4mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 3278.0mg	0%

*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: 60.8%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 10.8%