American · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Meatloaf with mashed potatoes
75 minutes · 6 servings · omnivore
A classic American supper, served with simple mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk for potatoes
Let’s make it
- Heat the oven to 375°F and line a loaf pan or baking sheet.
- Mix beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Shape into a loaf and bake 50 to 60 minutes, until the center reaches 160°F.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes; drain.
- Mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Rest the meatloaf 10 minutes, then slice and serve with mashed potatoes.
Let kids help mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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