Sunday Night Comfort Food Extravaganza

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6 potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 lb green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 cup beef broth

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. 3.Transfer mixture to a greased loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. 4.While the meatloaf is cooking, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and milk and mash until smooth.
5. 5.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add green beans and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
6. 6.To make the gravy, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef broth and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
7. 7.Slice meatloaf and serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, and gravy.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a twist on classic meatloaf, try adding shredded cheddar cheese or diced bell peppers to the mixture.
• chevron_rightLeftover meatloaf makes great sandwiches the next day!