Meatloaf, garlic, mashed potatoes

Prepare a savory meatloaf with garlic mashed potatoes using ground beef, fresh herbs, and whole milk for a rich flavor.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Ground Beef (lean)800Grams
Onion (finely chopped)1Count
Garlic (minced)4Cloves
Breadcrumbs (plain)100Grams
Egg (large)2Count
Ketchup (for topping)100Milliliters
Worcestershire Sauce2Tbsp
Salt (divided)2Tsp
Black Pepper (freshly ground)1Tsp
Russet Potatoes (peeled and quartered)1Kg
Butter (unsalted)100Grams
Whole Milk (warmed)250Milliliters
Parsley (chopped)1Bunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, half of the minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish. Spread ketchup evenly over the top.
  4. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 70 degrees Celsius.
  5. While the meatloaf is baking, place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
  6. Cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
  7. Add butter, remaining minced garlic, and warmed whole milk to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  8. Season the mashed potatoes with additional salt to taste and stir in chopped parsley.
  9. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes.

Kitchen equipment

Meat ThermometerPotato Masher