Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Beans (Print)

Flavorful meatloaf, creamy potatoes, and vibrant green beans make a comforting and balanced main course.

# Components:

→ Meatloaf

01 - 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
08 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Glaze

12 - 1/2 cup ketchup
13 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
14 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard

→ Mashed Potatoes

15 - 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
16 - 1/2 cup whole milk
17 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
18 - Salt, to taste
19 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Green Beans

20 - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
21 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
22 - Salt, to taste
23 - Black pepper, to taste
24 - 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a loaf pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large mixing bowl and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Add ground beef, eggs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
03 - Form the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press into the loaf pan.
04 - In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Evenly spread the glaze over the surface of the formed loaf.
05 - Bake for 55 to 65 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Allow to rest 10 minutes prior to slicing.
06 - While meatloaf bakes, boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain, then mash with whole milk, unsalted butter, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
07 - Steam or blanch green beans for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender. Sauté briefly in olive oil or unsalted butter with garlic if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
08 - Portion slices of meatloaf with a scoop of mashed potatoes and green beans on each plate.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make in one bowl with simple steps
  • Uses basic supermarket staples and pantry ingredients
  • Mashed potatoes and green beans included for a complete meal
  • Slices beautifully and reheats for great leftovers
02 -
  • Slices cleanly for easy plating and next day sandwiches
  • Good source of protein and fiber in one meal
  • Green beans and potatoes balance out the richness
03 -
  • Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for that extra tenderness and moisture to the finished loaf
  • Always let the loaf rest at least ten minutes before slicing to keep it juicy
  • Use warm milk and butter in the mashed potatoes for smoothest texture it makes a bigger difference than you think

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