Savory Veal Meatloaf with Mushrooms: A Trusted Family Recipe
- 400 g Paris or rosé mushrooms
- 2 walnut-sized knobs of butter
- Thyme and bay leaf
- 2 large onions
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 kg minced veal
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 3 eggs
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Cut the mushrooms into small pieces.
- Preheat the oven to thermostat 5 (about 180°C/350°F).
- Heat the butter in a pan and add the mushrooms and thyme.
- Finely chop the onions, garlic, and bay leaf, then add to the pan.
- Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes until softened.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add the minced veal, breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk. Mix thoroughly, then season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Unmold and let cool slightly.
- Serve warm with creamy mashed potatoes.
