Description
This Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes is a hearty and comforting classic. Featuring a perfectly seasoned meatloaf made with a blend of ground beef and pork, served with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes, this dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ lb ground pork
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Meatloaf:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down to shape the loaf.
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Bake the Meatloaf:
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
- While the meatloaf bakes, boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper, then mash until smooth and creamy.
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Serve:
- Slice the meatloaf and serve with a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- For extra moisture, add 1 tablespoon of ketchup or tomato paste to the meat mixture.
- For fluffier mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
- Customize your meatloaf by adding shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, or a BBQ glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatloaf slice with mashed potatoes
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, comfort food, homemade meatloaf, classic dinner recipes, ground beef recipes