Smoky Bourbon-Glazed Meatloaf with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

A hearty meatloaf glazed with a rich bourbon-infused sauce paired with creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs ground beef, bread crumbs, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground beef
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 6 roasted garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 large russet potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Peel and quarter 3 large russet potatoes, then place them in a pot of cold salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: While potatoes cook, in a large bowl combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 3/4 cup bread crumbs, 1 large egg, and 1 medium finely chopped onion. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper and mix gently until just combined.
3. Step 3: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon, 1/3 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet lined with foil. Brush the bourbon glaze generously over the top.
5. Step 5: Bake the meatloaf for 45 minutes, basting with additional glaze every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
6. Step 6: Drain the cooked potatoes and mash with 4 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, and 6 roasted garlic cloves until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
7. Step 7: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the roasted garlic mashed potatoes drizzled with 2 tbsp olive oil.