Meatloaf with Smooth Mashed Potatoes
ingredients:
For the Meatloaf:
- Ground beef with 85% lean fat content, 2 pounds.
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup of milk
- Chopped onion: 1 medium.
- Chopped garlic: 2 cloves
- 2 big eggs
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- Use half a teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of pepper.
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- Half a cup of ketchup
- Two tablespoons of brown sugar.
To make the mashed potatoes:
- Amount of Ingredients
- 2 pounds of peeled and chopped potatoes.
- 1/2 cup of milk
- Butter without salt, 1/4 cup.
- Add salt and pepper according to your preference.
Regarding the topping:
- Amount of Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups of grated cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley to decorate.
Directions:
- Heat the oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Put oil in a baking dish that measures 9 by 13 inches.
- Soak bread in milk: Mix breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl. Leave it in the liquid for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the meatloaf mixture: In a big bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs soaked in water, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Stir thoroughly.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape in the baking dish.
- Prepare the topping by mixing ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Put on top of the meatloaf.
- Cook in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the inside reaches a temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Prepare mashed potatoes:
- While the meatloaf is cooking, put diced potatoes in a big pot and cover them with cold water.
- Sprinkle a little salt and heat until boiling. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until soft.
- Drain the liquid and put it back in the pot. Put milk and butter. Crush until soft and smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Put together and bake:
- After the meatloaf is finished baking, cover the top with mashed potatoes. Put some grated cheddar cheese on top. Cook under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the meatloaf sit for 10 minutes before cutting and serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Enjoy this tasty meatloaf with mashed potatoes and cheese!
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