Brown Sugar Bourbon Pork Meatloaves with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

These individual pork meatloaves are anything but ordinary. We start with ground pork and add grated apple for moisture and a hint of sweetness, then form the mixture into mini loaves so everyone gets their own. The real star is the glaze: ketchup mixed with brown sugar bourbon seasoning, which caramelizes on top for smoky, sweet notes.

Serve these meatloaves with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted green beans for a complete, comforting meal. It’s a fresh take on meat-and-potatoes that will become a new favorite.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce Green BeansView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Brown Sugar Bourbon SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LemonView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit KetchupView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit AppleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Panko BreadcrumbsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
2. Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place in a pot, cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, trim the ends of the green beans and place on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
4. Grate the apple (peel on) using a box grater. Thinly slice scallions, separating white and green parts.
5. In a bowl, combine ground pork, grated apple, panko breadcrumbs, scallion whites, half the brown sugar bourbon seasoning, ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
6. Divide the pork mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into small loaves. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
7. In a small bowl, mix ketchup with the remaining brown sugar bourbon seasoning. Brush half the glaze over the meatloaves.
8. Bake meatloaves for 10 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze and bake another 5-7 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 160°F).
9. Drain potatoes and mash with 2 tbsp butter (or to taste) and a splash of milk. Season with salt and pepper. Squeeze lemon juice over roasted green beans.
10. Serve meatloaves with mashed potatoes and green beans. Garnish with scallion greens.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of pork?

Yes, ground turkey works well. Just be careful not to overcook, as turkey can dry out faster.

Can I make the meatloaves ahead of time?

You can shape the meatloaves and refrigerate them up to a day in advance. Add the glaze just before baking.

What can I substitute for brown sugar bourbon seasoning?

Mix 1 tablespoon brown sugar with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and ½ teaspoon garlic powder for a similar flavor.