Mini Meatloaves with Creamy Thyme Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Get ready for a plate full of comfort and flavor! These mini meatloaves are infused with shallot and garlic, then topped with a rich, savory thyme sauce. Paired with buttery garlic mashed potatoes and crispy roasted Brussels sprouts, every bite is pure satisfaction.

Best of all, this entire meal comes together in just 35 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and homemade without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

1 unit ShallotView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Panko BreadcrumbsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

8 ounce Brussels SproutsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce ThymeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Beef Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Dice potatoes into 1/2-inch pieces. Halve and peel the shallot; thinly slice one half and mince the other. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts lengthwise. Place potatoes in a large pot with salted water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid, then drain and return potatoes to pot.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko, minced shallot, half the garlic powder, and 1 tbsp water. Season generously with salt and pepper. Form into two 1-inch-tall loaves.
3. Place meatloaves on one side of a lightly oiled baking sheet (line with foil for easy cleanup). Toss Brussels sprouts on the empty side with a drizzle of oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until meatloaves are cooked through and Brussels sprouts are browned and tender, 15-20 minutes. (For 4 servings, use 2 sheets; roast meatloaves on middle rack and sprouts on top.)
4. While roasting, strip thyme leaves and finely chop until you have 1/2 tsp. Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped thyme and sliced shallot; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, 2-4 minutes. Stir in stock concentrate and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat; stir in half the sour cream and 1 tbsp butter until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Heat the pot with drained potatoes over low heat. Add remaining sour cream, remaining garlic powder, and 1 tbsp butter. Mash until smooth, adding reserved cooking liquid as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Reheat sauce if needed. Divide meatloaves, mashed potatoes, and Brussels sprouts among plates. Spoon sauce over meatloaves and serve.

Useful Cookware

A few helpful kitchen tools for this recipe, with relevant Amazon picks for each item.

Large pot

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Strainer

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Large bowl

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Baking sheet

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Medium pan

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Potato masher

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Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey works well. Just ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Can I make this recipe dairy-free?

You can substitute the butter with a dairy-free alternative and use a dairy-free sour cream. The sauce may have a slightly different consistency.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.