Ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the Meatloaf:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 lbs ground beef (80\/20 blend)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 cup breadcrumbs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 large eggs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 cup milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 small onion, finely chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 cloves garlic, minced<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the Mashed Potatoes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 cup whole milk (warm)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup unsalted butter<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Salt and pepper to taste<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Optional: sour cream or cream cheese for added richness<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Directions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Line a baking sheet with foil or lightly grease a loaf pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined\u2014don\u2019t overwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shape and Bake: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place on prepared sheet or in loaf pan. Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top. Bake for 55\u201360 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160\u00b0F (71\u00b0C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make the Mashed Potatoes: While the meatloaf bakes, boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15\u201320 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mash and Season: Add butter and warm milk to the potatoes. Mash until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional sour cream or cream cheese if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serve: Slice meatloaf and serve with a generous helping of mashed potatoes. Add extra ketchup or gravy if you like!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kcal: 560 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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