Classic Comfort Meatloaf Mashed Potato (Print View)

Tender meatloaf topped with creamy mashed potatoes, baked in one skillet for a comforting family meal.

# Components:

→ Meatloaf

01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
02 - 1/2 pound ground pork
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
06 - 1/4 cup whole milk
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Mashed Potatoes

13 - 1 and 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
14 - 1/4 cup whole milk, warmed
15 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
16 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
17 - Salt and white pepper, to taste

→ Glaze

18 - 1/4 cup ketchup
19 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
20 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F and allow to preheat while preparing other components.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered potatoes and simmer until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, whole milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Lightly grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Evenly press meat mixture into the skillet, shaping smoothly. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread half of glaze mixture over meat surface.
05 - Place the skillet uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
06 - While baking, mash drained potatoes with unsalted butter, warmed whole milk, Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and white pepper until smooth and creamy.
07 - Remove skillet from oven. Carefully spread mashed potatoes in an even layer over the meatloaf. Top potatoes with remaining glaze.
08 - Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf registers 160°F.
09 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving directly from the skillet.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just over an hour with mostly hands-off time
  • No need for separate pans or extra side dishes—it all comes together in one skillet
  • Classic flavors with a modern streamlined method
  • Crowd-pleasing comfort food that reheats beautifully
02 -
  • Family friendly and fits almost any occasion
  • Makes great leftovers which are even better the next day
  • Easy to stretch by doubling the recipe
03 -
  • Let the meatloaf rest before cutting so the juices do not escape
  • Taste and season the mashed potatoes before spreading them as flavor can dull in the oven
  • A small offset spatula makes spreading the potatoes easier and neater

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