Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined.
Classic Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes
A comforting American classic featuring tender, juicy meatloaf topped with a rich tomato glaze and served with smooth, buttery mashed potatoes. This hearty homestyle dinner brings together savory beef, simple seasonings, and creamy potatoes for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 680 g ground beef
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 1 (150 g) yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves (10 g) garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 120 ml milk
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) ketchup
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1/2 tsp (2 g) black pepper
For the Glaze
- 80 ml ketchup
- 1 tbsp (12 g) brown sugar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 900 g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 60 g unsalted butter
- 120 ml warm milk
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1 g) black pepper
Cooking Steps
Step 2
Shape the beef mixture into a loaf and place it in a loaf pan or on a lined baking tray. Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, then spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Step 3
Bake the meatloaf until browned and cooked through. Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and boil until fork-tender.
Step 4
Drain the potatoes well. Add butter and warm milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Allow the meatloaf to rest briefly before slicing. Serve thick slices of glazed meatloaf alongside the creamy mashed potatoes.
