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When it comes to true comfort food, nothing beats a classic meal of homemade meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and a rich, savory gravy. It’s a meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate! Today I’m going to show you my foolproof recipe for all 3, not to mention that it’s the perfect freezer meal, so we’ll be doubling it to create 2 full, cozy dinners.

A plated meal featuring two slices of meatloaf with a glossy glaze, mashed potatoes with a brown sauce, and a serving of green peas.

The Perfect Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes

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This recipe is for 2 full dinners of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and gravy!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Course Main Course

Servings 2 Loaves

Ingredients

Meatloaf

3 pounds ground beef
1 small onion
1 small potato
4 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 1/2 TBSP Worcestershire
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper
1/4 cup ranch dressing

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

2 1/2 pounds russet or gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
8 TBSP butter, cubed
3/4 cup milk, half & half, or heavy cream
salt and pepper, to taste

Gravy

4 TBSP butter
4 TBSP flour
4 cups beef stock
2 TBSP gravy master
1 tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper

Ketchup Glaze

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 TBSP red wine vinegar

Instructions

Meatloaf

Using a food processor or high speed blender, puree the onion and potato.
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Gently fold together until thoroughly combined.
Divide between 2 loaf pans. Press down firmly to mold the meatloaf and keep it from crumbling.
If freezing, wrap in plastic wrap and foil.
To cook, thaw if necessary. Turn the meatloaf out onto a baking sheet. (If using ketchup topping, glaze on top before baking.)
Cook at 350 degrees for 55 minutes to 1 hour, or until cooked to 165 degrees. Cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Mashed Potatoes

Place the cut potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Salt the water. Bring to a boil, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. (To test, stick a pairing knife into a potato. If it slips right off, they're done!).
Add the butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mash until smooth.
To freeze, divide between 2 loaf pans. Top with some extra pats of butter, if desired. Wrap in plastic wrap and foil.
To reheat, thaw. Cook at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Gravy

In a saucepan over medium low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and whisk until smooth. Cook for 30 seconds, and pour in the beef broth. Add in the gravy master, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
To freeze, divide between containers. Thaw, and microwave or place in saucepan to reheat.

Ketchup Glaze

To make the glaze, combine the ingredients. Glaze on top of the meatloaf right before baking.

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