🍖 American Classic: Meatloaf + Cauliflower Mashed "Potatoes"

🍽️ Keto Classic: A Low-Carb Twist on an All-American Family Favorite

There’s something timeless about a home-cooked American dinner. The kind that brings everyone to the table—maybe with a football game on in the background, laughter coming from the kids, and the smell of comfort food wafting through the kitchen.

Just because you’re living the keto lifestyle, it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on those nostalgic meals.

Today, we’re bringing you a keto twist on a classic American dish: Meatloaf & Mashed “Potatoes”—all the flavor, none of the carb crash.

🍖 Keto Classic Meatloaf + Cauliflower Mash

Ingredients for the Meatloaf:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)

• 1/2 lb ground pork (optional for richness)

• 1/2 cup almond flour (instead of breadcrumbs)

• 1 egg

• 1/4 cup chopped onion

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (plus more for topping)

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt & pepper to taste

🥣 Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until combined.

3. Form into a loaf shape and place in a baking dish.

4. Spread a thin layer of sugar-free ketchup on top.

5. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F.

6. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

🥦 Cauliflower Mash:

• 1 head of cauliflower, steamed

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp heavy cream

• Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

👉 Blend everything until smooth and creamy. That’s it!

Optional: Add a dinner salad to go with this classic meal.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Why This Meal Feels Like Home

American family dinners are more than just food—they’re about connection, tradition, and a little comfort after a long day. Even when you're making healthier choices, that sense of home shouldn’t be lost.

Keto-friendly meals like this one are perfect for:

• Family dinners with no extra cooking for different diets

• Kids who love flavor but don’t notice it’s low carb

• Staying on track without giving up your favorites

Gather around the table, serve up this hearty meal, and savor the win: comfort food that keeps your goals in check. 

Here's the approximate nutrition info for the fat, protein, total carbs, and calories per serving of the Keto Classic Meatloaf & Cauliflower Mash:

Keto Classic Meatloaf:

Approximate nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings total):

• Fat: 20-25g

• Protein: 25-30g

• Total Carbs: 4-6g (primarily from almond flour and ketchup)

• Calories: 300-350 cal

Cauliflower Mash:

Approximate nutrition (per serving):

• Fat: 12-15g

• Protein: 2-3g

• Total Carbs: 4-6g (mostly from cauliflower)

• Calories: 150-180 cal

Total Meal (Meatloaf + Cauliflower Mash):

• Fat: 32-40g

• Protein: 27-33g

• Total Carbs: 8-12g

• Calories: 450-530 cal per serving

***These values are approximate and depend on specific ingredients and portions used***

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