Classic Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes (Printable)

Juicy meatloaf paired with smooth, buttery mashed potatoes for a warm homestyle dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meatloaf

01 - 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 0.5 pound ground pork
03 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 0.5 cup whole milk
08 - 0.33 cup ketchup
09 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
10 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
11 - 1.5 teaspoons salt
12 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Meatloaf Glaze

14 - 0.5 cup ketchup
15 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
16 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
17 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

→ Mashed Potatoes

18 - 2.5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
19 - 0.5 cup whole milk, warmed
20 - 0.25 cup unsalted butter
21 - 0.5 cup sour cream
22 - 1.5 teaspoons salt
23 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a loaf pan by lightly greasing it or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme until just combined.
03 - Transfer mixture to prepared pan or baking sheet and form into a loaf shape.
04 - Mix ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Spread half of the glaze over the meatloaf.
05 - Bake for 40 minutes. Remove from oven, apply remaining glaze, then return to oven and bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
06 - Place potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, add 1 teaspoon salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until tender.
07 - Drain potatoes and return them to the pot. Add warm milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
08 - Allow meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside mashed potatoes.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Classic comfort food for the whole family
  • Easy enough for a weeknight meal
02 -
  • Meatloaf is fully cooked when its internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C)
  • Letting the meatloaf rest ensures tender, neat slices
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add fresh parsley to the mashed potatoes
  • Leftovers make excellent sandwiches for the next day
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