Best 2 Meat Loaf And Mashed Potatoes Recipes

**Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes: A Classic Comfort Food Duo**

Meatloaf and mashed potatoes, a comforting and hearty dish, is a staple in many households. The savory and succulent meatloaf, paired with velvety and fluffy mashed potatoes, makes for a delectable and filling meal. This classic combination is often served with a flavorful gravy or sauce, a side of vegetables, and a variety of condiments like ketchup, mustard, or horseradish. Whether it's a family gathering, a cozy dinner party, or a casual weeknight meal, meatloaf and mashed potatoes always hit the spot. Our article provides two delectable recipes: a classic meatloaf recipe with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned to perfection with herbs and spices, and a creamy and smooth mashed potato recipe made with Yukon Gold potatoes, butter, and milk. These recipes are easy to follow and guarantee a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TEX-MEX TURKEY MEAT LOAF AND CHIPOTLE MASHED POTATOES

Tex-Mex Turkey Meat Loaf and Chipotle Mashed Potatoes image

Categories Onion Pepper Potato turkey Winter Cilantro Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 medium onion
1 bell pepper (orange or red)
3/4 cup packed fresh cilantro sprigs
5 garlic cloves
4 slices firm white sandwich bread
1/2 cup plus 6 tablespoons bottled chili sauce such as Heinz
1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1 large egg
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Accompaniment:chipotle mashed potatoes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Chop onion, bell pepper, and cilantro and mince garlic, transferring all to a large bowl. Into a blender tear 2 bread slices and grind into fine crumbs. Add crumbs to onion mixture. Make more bread crumbs in same manner with remaining 2 bread slices and add to onion mixture. Add ‚ cup chili sauce and all remaining ingredients and with your hands mix until just combined (do not overmix).
Transfer mixture to an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch glass loaf pan, pressing down on mixture to eliminate any air pockets (mixture will completely fill pan), and spread remaining 6 tablespoons chili sauce evenly over top. Line a shallow baking pan with foil and put loaf pan in baking pan (to catch any drippings). Bake meat loaf, uncovered, in middle of oven 1 1/2 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted 2 inches into middle of loaf registers 170°F. Transfer meat loaf in pan to a rack and let stand, loosely covered with foil, 20 minutes before slicing. Meat loaf may be made 1 day ahead and cooled, uncovered, before being chilled, covered. If desired, reheat meat loaf, covered, in a 350°F. oven about 20 minutes.
Cut meat loaf into 6 or 12 slices and serve with potatoes.

MEAT LOAF AND MASHED POTATOES

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Categories Garlic Onion Potato Bake Sauté Parmesan Ground Beef Bell Pepper Winter Oregano Boil Self

Number Of Ingredients 29

Ingredients

Meat Loaf
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup finely chopped white onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 lb ground round or sirloin, or ground turkey (93 percent lean or leaner)
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1/2 cup uncooked old-fashioned oatmeal
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 large egg whites
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1/3 cup chicken broth
Vegetable-oil cooking spray
Topping
1 1/2 cups pasta sauce (such as Classico Fire-Roasted Tomato & Garlic Sauce), heated
6 basil leaves
Mashed Potatoes
4 large Idaho baking potatoes, unpeeled, scrubbed and cut into small pieces
1/2 cup skim milk
3 tbsp light sour cream
3 tbsp light (reduced-fat) butter (stick or tub)
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Steps:

For meat loaf:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Pour wine into a medium skillet and cook onion, pepper, and carrot over low to medium heat for 15 minutes. In a separate bowl, combine remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly, using hands. Spoon in vegetables and liquid from skillet. Shape mixture into a loaf approximately 5" wide, 10" long, and 3" to 4" high. Coat a 9" x 13" baking pan (or bread-loaf pan) with cooking spray, then fill with mixture. Bake 1 hour; let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Top each slice with 1/4 cup warmed pasta sauce and basil leaf.
Mashed Potatoes
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes and simmer 15 minutes or until they yield to soft pressure. Drain, then transfer to a serving bowl. Using a potato masher or hand mixer, combine remaining ingredients. Serve warm with meat loaf.

Tips:

For a flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. You can also use ground turkey or chicken, but the flavor will be milder.
Soak the bread in milk before adding it to the meatloaf mixture. This will help keep the meatloaf moist and tender.
Add an egg or two to the meatloaf mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
Season the meatloaf mixture generously with salt, pepper, and other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
For creamy mashed potatoes, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes.
Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
Serve the meatloaf and mashed potatoes together with gravy or your favorite sauce.

Conclusion:

Meatloaf and mashed potatoes is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a family meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With these tips, you can make the best meatloaf and mashed potatoes that your family and friends will love.