Homestyle Meatloaf Meatballs with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A nostalgic twist on classic meatloaf served as juicy meatballs topped with creamy garlic mashed potatoes, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cloves garlic, for the mashed potatoes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk (more if needed)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Chop parsley, mince garlic, and prep potatoes if using fresh.
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, Italian seasoning, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake the Meatballs: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20 minutes until browned.
- Boil the Potatoes: Cook chopped potatoes and whole garlic cloves in salted water for 15 minutes until tender.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain and mash the potatoes with butter and milk until creamy.
- Plate the Dish: Serve garlic mashed potatoes topped with the meatballs.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Sprinkle with chopped parsley for freshness.
Notes
Use lean ground beef for healthier meatballs. Feel free to add chopped vegetables for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg