Herb-Crusted Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes

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A classic comfort dish featuring a savory meatloaf baked to perfection, served with buttery mashed potatoes and caramelized onions. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated onions, 2 large eggs, 2 tbsp mustard, 1/3 cup ketchup, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press 1/3 cup ketchup onto the top of the loaf to create a glaze.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
  4. Step 4: While the meatloaf bakes, peel and cube 2 lbs potatoes. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with 1/4 cup butter and 1/4 cup milk until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Serve the meatloaf with mashed potatoes and caramelized onions (optional: sauté 1/2 cup sliced onions in 1 tbsp butter until golden).

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