Turkey Free Paleo Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Meatloaf is the kind of comfort food that earns a permanent spot in the weekly rotation, and this version delivers all the hearty, savory satisfaction you're after — built entirely from beef, so there's no poultry in sight. Ground beef seasoned with smoked paprika, thyme, garlic, and onion powder gives the loaf serious depth, while almond flour and eggs hold everything together without a breadcrumb in sight. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce throughout both the loaf and the glaze, adding a subtle umami richness that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. The tangy tomato-and-apple-cider-vinegar glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, forming a lacquered crust that makes every slice look like it came out of a restaurant kitchen. Then there's the mushroom gravy — deeply browned cremini mushrooms, fresh thyme, beef bone broth, and arrowroot starch come together into a silky, glossy sauce that you'll want to pour over everything on the plate. Letting the loaf rest before slicing is the small step that makes a big difference, keeping the juices locked in and the slices clean and sturdy. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this is the kind of dish that genuinely gets better the next day.
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6 servings
For the meatloaf
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¼ cup beef bone broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the glaze
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
For the mushroom gravy
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 12 oz cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cups beef bone broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with avocado oil or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, beaten eggs, 1/4 cup beef bone broth, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined — stop as soon as no streaks remain; overmixing will tighten the texture.
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