Save A comforting, homestyle dish featuring juicy, flavorful meatloaf paired with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes. The perfect family dinner for any night of the week.
This recipe brings back warm memories of family dinners around the table. The aroma of baking meatloaf with buttery mashed potatoes always made the house feel especially cozy.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 ½ lbs (680 g) 80/20 blend recommended
- Ground pork: ½ lb (225 g)
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (100 g)
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Eggs: 2 large
- Whole milk: ½ cup (120 ml)
- Ketchup: ⅓ cup (80 ml) for meatloaf, ½ cup (120 ml) for glaze
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 2 tsp for meatloaf, 1 tbsp for glaze
- Salt: 1 ½ tsp for meatloaf, 1 ½ tsp for potatoes, 1 tsp for boiling potatoes
- Black pepper: 1 tsp for meatloaf, ½ tsp for potatoes
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Brown sugar: 2 tbsp for glaze
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tbsp for glaze
- Russet potatoes: 2 ½ lbs (1.1 kg), peeled and cut into chunks
- Whole milk: ½ cup (120 ml), warmed for potatoes
- Unsalted butter: ¼ cup (60 g)
- Sour cream: ½ cup (120 ml)
Instructions
- Prepare oven and pan:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Mix meatloaf ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix gently until just combined, do not overmix.
- Shape the loaf:
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press into the loaf pan.
- Make glaze:
- In a small bowl, stir together ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Spread half the glaze over the meatloaf.
- Bake first round:
- Bake for 40 minutes. Remove from oven, spread remaining glaze over the top.
- Finish baking:
- Bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) is reached.
- Prepare mashed potatoes:
- While the meatloaf bakes, place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until potatoes are very tender, about 18 to 20 minutes.
- Mash potatoes:
- Drain potatoes well and return to the pot. Add warm milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Serve:
- Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes.
Save Our children always ask for seconds of this meal, and it has become a birthday dinner favorite. There is something about the simple flavors that everyone enjoys.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, loaf pan or baking sheet, saucepan or pot, potato masher or ricer, knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Dairy, Gluten (breadcrumbs), Mustard. May contain: Soy (in Worcestershire sauce). If using store bought breadcrumbs or Worcestershire sauce, check labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 480 calories, 23 g total fat, 37 g carbohydrates, 29 g protein
Save This classic duo is sure to make any weeknight dinner special and leftovers taste just as good the next day.
Kitchen Questions
- → What meat blend is best for the meatloaf?
A mix of 80/20 ground beef and ground pork provides a moist and flavorful base.
- → How is the glaze prepared and applied?
The glaze combines ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar, spread in two batches during baking for layered flavor.
- → What makes the mashed potatoes creamy?
Using warm milk, unsalted butter, and sour cream creates a smooth and rich texture.
- → Can this dish be made ahead of time?
Yes, letting the loaf rest after baking enhances flavor and it can be reheated before serving.
- → Are there alternatives to ground beef and pork?
Ground turkey or chicken can be used as substitutes for a lighter variation.