Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
A moist and savory meatloaf topped with a sweet honey glaze, paired with creamy sweet potato mash for a comforting meal. This american-inspired beef ready in about 60 minutes pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 50g breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped onions
- 1 eggs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 400g sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 30g butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Mix beef, breadcrumbs, onions, eggs, and soy sauce in a bowl. Shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
- Step 2: Bake for 30 minutes. In a small pan, combine honey and 1 tbsp water; simmer until thickened. Brush over meatloaf.
- Step 3: Bake 10 minutes longer. Meanwhile, boil sweet potatoes until tender. Mash with milk and butter. Serve alongside meatloaf.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
