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The Ultimate Classic Ground Beef Meatloaf Dinner

Classic Beef Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Ground beef 80/20 blend recommended
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain or Italian seasoned
  • 1/2 cup Milk For the meat mixture
  • 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten
  • 1 cup Yellow onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup For the glaze
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar For the glaze
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar For the glaze
  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup Butter For mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Milk For mashed potatoes
  • 1 lb Fresh green beans Trimmed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup milk, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands just until combined.
  • Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press evenly into the loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the loaf.
  • Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160°F.
  • While the meat bakes, place the cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain well, then return to the pot and mash with the butter and remaining 1/2 cup of milk until smooth.
  • Steam the green beans in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5 to 7 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Remove the meat from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot with the mashed potatoes and steamed green beans.