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October 9, 2017 By Nancylynn 113 Comments

Healthy Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes

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This 21 Day Fix Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes dinner is truly a one pot miracle thanks to the Instant Pot!  Cook your meat, veggies, and mashed potatoes all together in the same pot in under a half-hour of cook time! This post contains affiliate links for products I’m obsessed with.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

Confession #127 – Despite me always telling people not to worry about the Instant Pot blowing up, tonight – for a hot minute – I worried just a little.

I mean, I had that sucker packed right up the max line.

But, as usual, my Instant Pot didn’t let me down.  And thank goodness…because the thought of cleaning meatloaf, carrots, and mashed potatoes off of my ceiling for the next ten years just isn’t appealing.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

Seriously, though, this dinner is just another reason to love the Instant Pot …the fact that you can cook mashed potatoes and carrots along with a meatloaf in one pot in just over 30 minutes is pretty darn amazing.

It’s all about the layering process.   First, I started with quartered potatoes seasoned with salt and a few cloves of garlic.  Instead of using water, I added 1 cup of broth to give a little more flavor.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

Next, I placed the trivet on top of the potatoes and layered it with some foil, making a nice comfy home for the carrots to cook in.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

I added a couple of pats of vegan butter, covered them with foil and then I prepared my meatloaf.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie
I used my Momma’s recipe for this again – it’s just so delicious and easy…and it’s what we all expect when we say we are having meatloaf. I mixed our usual blend of breadcrumb, Locatelli cheese, garlic, onion and seasonings into the meat and then I shaped it into a round loaf so it would fit nicely on top of everything else in the pot.

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Perfection!

After topping the loaf with sauce, I closed and locked the lid, set the Instant Pot for 25** minutes, and said a little prayer to my grandma to look out for our dinner.

Before I knew it, 25** minutes was up and I really and truly had a Sunday meal ready for the family.  Another Instant Pot miracle!

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

Because I love the way the sauce bakes on top of our traditional recipe, I carefully removed the meatloaf and put it under the broiler for a few minutes.  This is totally optional, but yummy.

The carrots were cooked perfectly, so no need to do anything there.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

And – oh – the potatoes.  Can I just say, the Instant Pot makes the most amazing mashed potatoes.  Like legitimate awesomeness.   The pot is at the perfect temperature, so all you need is to drain them a bit (reserve the liquid for mashing)  and use your handy potato masher to make the most incredibly smooth and creamy mashed potatoes.  I added a little vegan butter and the broth from cooking into mine, and I didn’t miss the dairy at all.  But feel free to add some milk or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes | Confessions of a Fit Foodie

That’s all you’ve gotta do!  One pot to clean and one freaking fabulous and healthy meal!  Way to go, my friend!

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21 Day Fix Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes

★★★★★ 4.8 from 10 reviews
  • Author: Nancylynn Sicilia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American
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This 21 Day Fix Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes dinner is truly a one pot miracle thanks to the Instant Pot!  Cook your meat, veggies, and mashed potatoes all together in the same pot in under a half-hour of cook time!


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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2lbs of lean, grass fed ground beef
  • 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (we use gluten free)
  • 1/4 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, whole
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup of shredded pecorino romano, plus more for topping (Locatelli brand is the best)
  • 1 tsp of dry parsley or 1 T freshly chopped parsley
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 3 cups of quartered and peeled golden potatoes
  • 3 cups of baby carrots
  • 3 T vegan butter or ghee
  • 1 cup of chicken broth or stock
  • salt, pepper

Instructions

  1. Place quartered potatoes, 3 cloves of garlic, and 1 tsp salt on the bottom of the Instant Pot. Pour in 1 cup of broth and then place trivet on top of potatoes.
  2. Lay a piece of foil down on trivet and place carrots in one flat layer on top of foil. Add 1 T of butter and cover with another piece of foil.
  3. Mix meat with breadcrumbs, onion, minced garlic, 2 T sauce, 1 egg, cheese and parsley. Shape into a circular loaf. Place loaf on top of carrot layer. Pour remaining sauce on top of meatloaf and place lid on IP. Lock and turn to manual, high pressure for 30** minutes.
  4. After cook time is through, quick release and open the pot once the IP releases all steam and unlocks. Carefully remove meatloaf from the top layer of foil and broil for 3-5 minutes, if desired.
  5. Remove carrots from pot. Then carefully drain potatoes, reserving broth.
  6. Using potato masher, mash potatoes, adding in broth and remaining 2 T butter in slowly. For extra creaminess, add in a splash of milk or Greek yogurt. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Enjoy!

Notes

1 Red, 1 Yellow, 1 Green, 1/4 Blue, 2 tsp

Weight Watcher Freestyle Points – 11 per serving for the entire meal

**Note – this recipe used to be for 25 minutes…due to a few people saying their meatloaf wasn’t finished, I increased the time.  If 25 minutes always worked for you, please keep your time the same!


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  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

Keywords: meatloaf, instant pot, beef, gluten-free, dinner

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  1. Patricia Selvaggio Kiesling says

    October 9, 2017 at 5:28 pm

    Looking forward to trying this Nancylynn!! xoxoxo

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 9, 2017 at 7:10 pm

      Yay!!!! Let me know if you do!! xoxoxoxo

      Reply
  2. Grace Friedrich says

    October 15, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Meatloaf being a family favorite comfort food – I can’t wait to try this recipe! Sounds delicious!!!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 15, 2017 at 3:07 pm

      Let me know if you do!!!! <3

      Reply
      • Trish says

        February 9, 2018 at 1:46 am

        I made this tonight and we LOVED it! I didn’t mash the potatoes, but it is the best
        One pot meal I have ever made!!!
        Thank you Nancylynn! I’m a forever fan!!!

        Reply
        • Nancylynn says

          February 11, 2018 at 6:19 pm

          You made my day, Trish! Thank you for your comment!

          Reply
  3. Peggy Bekeny says

    October 20, 2017 at 12:49 am

    I made this recipe. The meatloaf, carrots, and potatoes were so flavorful each layer in the IP tasted so good, next time I would use more broth on the potatoes. I can’t believe a whole dinner in one pot. You are a genius, Nancylynn. I know the next IP recipe I will make I will check your website first. Quite savory and delicious.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 21, 2017 at 3:08 pm

      Peggy!!! Thank you for another wonderful comment – means so much that these dinners are working out for you!! Nothing makes me happier!! <3 <3 <3

      Reply
  4. Pat says

    October 21, 2017 at 11:32 pm

    Did you do a container count? I must b blind because I looked twice and didn’t see it.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 22, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      I have no idea where it went! But it’s updated now – thank you! It’s 1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green, 2 tsp, 1/4 blue!

      Reply
  5. teresa johnson says

    October 23, 2017 at 12:27 am

    I’m looking forward to d to trying this. I am new go 21 Day Fix. Maybe I missed it but how many people does this feed? 2? I’m still getting the hang of the whole plan. Thanks for your help.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 23, 2017 at 4:31 pm

      I hope you love it! This should give you 6 servings 🙂

      Reply
      • Teresa says

        October 30, 2017 at 3:19 pm

        Thank you! Making it tonight!

        Reply
        • Nancylynn says

          October 30, 2017 at 3:50 pm

          You are SO welcome! Enjoy!

          Reply
  6. Lauren w says

    October 24, 2017 at 12:32 am

    I never thought to address cheese to meatloaf, I love pecerino in meatballs so this makes sense going to try this out soon!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 25, 2017 at 12:33 am

      Yes! It’s the way my nanny always made it! Pretty much like a big meatball :).

      Reply
  7. Kristi says

    December 26, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    Can I do just the meatloaf? Any changes to that need to be made?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      December 27, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      Yes! Just place it in foil on the trivet so it doesn’t touch the water at the bottom!

      Reply
  8. Rocio Rubalcava says

    December 28, 2017 at 5:30 am

    My brother and I just made this for dinner and it was a big hit! I wish I could post a pic to show you. Everything was moist. We also put it into the broiler as you recommended. Since I like spicy, I’m thinking of adding spicy tomato sauce next time. Thank you for saving dinner tonight. I think my husband was happy to have a home cooked meal. This recipe was so easy. It didn’t feel like some big chore to me.

    Reply
  9. Colette says

    January 1, 2018 at 5:58 pm

    How long does this typically take to come tonprrssure? Also, if I needed to double the recipe, would I need to cook longer or add more water? Newbie here, sorry if these are elementary questions!

    Reply
  10. alycia says

    January 2, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    Can I make this in a regular crockpot? if so for how long

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 6, 2018 at 9:52 pm

      I have not tested it, so I’m not sure…but I do have an oven version on the blog! https://confessionsofafitfoodie.com/2016/11/mommas-meatloaf-21-day-fix/

      Reply
      • Christy B says

        May 5, 2019 at 11:14 pm

        Made this in the crockpot today! Used foil to make a ‘bowl’ for the carrots. Cooked on high for 3 hours – it was terrific!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
        • Nancylynn says

          May 5, 2019 at 11:29 pm

          This is AMAZING! Thank you for letting us all know! Did you mash the potatoes right in the pot?

          Reply
          • Christy B says

            May 6, 2019 at 3:42 am

            I did! I left all the broth/drippings in the pan and used my immersion blender so they were super creamy. They were a little orange in color, so that freaked my kids out a little (maybe from the carrots?) but they were delicious! I also misread the recipe and used ground turkey – it was sooo good! 🙂

            ★★★★★

          • Nancylynn says

            May 9, 2019 at 2:48 am

            That is awesome! Thank you again for the great review and directions for other readers!

  11. alycia says

    January 2, 2018 at 5:11 pm

    can I make this in a regular crockpot? if so how long to cook?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 2, 2018 at 7:30 pm

      I’m honestly not sure! I have oven directions here: https://confessionsofafitfoodie.com/2016/11/mommas-meatloaf-21-day-fix/

      Reply
  12. Wendy says

    January 6, 2018 at 12:59 am

    I made this, and the carrots and meatloaf turned out great. Unfortunately the potatoes stuck to the bottom of the pot and seemed under cooked. My pot did not reach high pressure. When I went to release the pressure, it was already unlocked and no pressure came out.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 6, 2018 at 9:29 pm

      Ok – my first question is what size IP do you have?

      Reply
  13. Susie says

    January 7, 2018 at 11:41 pm

    Made this tonight. It was delicious and so much fun to make! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 8, 2018 at 11:36 pm

      That’s awesome! I love when cooking is fun!

      Reply
  14. Renee says

    January 12, 2018 at 11:11 pm

    How many servings does this make?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 16, 2018 at 1:14 am

      Six

      Reply
  15. Brittany L says

    January 13, 2018 at 9:42 pm

    I love it! Thanks for the tips! I wanted to share one back with you from my cold-pack canning experiences … no matter how tightly full I pack fresh produce in a clean jar, even small or well-packed items like cherries, okra, or beans stood long-ways, I still end up needing 50% syrup or brine for each jar, which means it was still 50% air even after packing it full to the brim! And I’m good at packing tightly! Can you still overfill a pressure cooker? Certainly! But there’s a lot more air hiding in the spaces in your layers than it looks like when it’s not full of liquid. ?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 13, 2018 at 11:06 pm

      Very true! Thank you, Brittany!

      Reply
  16. Marcia says

    January 14, 2018 at 7:36 pm

    Has anyone tried using ground turkey instead of beef? My daughter will be staying with me for a week and she doesn’t eat red meat.

    Reply
    • Christy B says

      May 6, 2019 at 3:38 am

      Yes, I made it with 93% lean ground turkey – it was delicious! I don’t have an IP so cooked in my crockpot for 3 hours on high.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
  17. Terra says

    January 14, 2018 at 7:56 pm

    Tried this last night… I’m not much of a cook but trying to be better about it and using the Instant Pot is helpful. Husband and I both LOVED this. Came out absolutely perfect! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 14, 2018 at 11:36 pm

      That’s great, Terra!!!!

      Reply
  18. Louanne Camp says

    January 15, 2018 at 7:40 pm

    Would this work with Sweet Potatoes

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 15, 2018 at 7:47 pm

      It sure would!

      Reply
  19. Steph says

    January 21, 2018 at 11:58 pm

    I made this tonight. Followed the recipe exactly. I even weighed the ground beef. Carrots and potatoes were perfect, but the meatloaf was not cooked through. I had to finish baking it in the oven. What did I do wrong?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 22, 2018 at 12:29 am

      Hey – I am not sure. What size pot do you have?

      Reply
      • Steph says

        January 22, 2018 at 1:58 am

        I have a 6 qt Duo. Thanks!

        Reply
        • Nancylynn says

          January 22, 2018 at 1:48 pm

          Ok, then I am really not sure? Did you use 1 1/2 pounds of meat?

          Reply
          • Kaylee Manning says

            January 6, 2019 at 2:14 am

            I did the same and it came out not fully cooked. I’m so disappointed! I’m not sure how to get it to fully cook at this point, either. It looks like I’m going to be sautéing sausage to have instead of meatloaf. ?

          • Nancylynn says

            January 6, 2019 at 2:31 am

            I’m sorry – what did you do? How long did you cook it for? If it’s not fully cooked, you can put it back in the pot, no?

  20. David Gordon Goshorn says

    January 26, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    I’m definitely going to try this!
    One variation I am going to try is mix and shape the meatloaf first, then brown the meatloaf in the instant pot first (to give it a good searing), remove it, then start with step 1.
    That could remove the desire for the optional broil step.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 28, 2018 at 7:21 pm

      Ooh – let us know how this comes out!

      Reply
  21. Meredith says

    January 27, 2018 at 8:59 pm

    I see that you said it is 6 servings. So did you just divide it all up for 6 portions?

    Also, for 80 Day Obsession, if I omit the cheese and less butter will that make this 1 green, 1 yellow, 1 red, and 1 tsp?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 28, 2018 at 7:20 pm

      Exactly!!! <3

      Reply
  22. Dan the man says

    January 29, 2018 at 3:04 am

    I’m not sure why but my meatloaf came out still pretty red inside. I’m new to the instant pot, so may be user error. Any tips?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 29, 2018 at 6:53 pm

      Oh no! I really am not sure why this happens to some people – I have heard it a couple of times and can’t figure it out! How much meat did you use for your meatloaf? And are you using a 6 quart or an 8 quart?

      Reply
    • mamadama says

      January 29, 2018 at 10:47 pm

      I built the meatloaf around a metal condiment cup. Cooked beautifully, all the way through.

      Reply
      • Nancylynn says

        January 29, 2018 at 11:06 pm

        This is a great idea! Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
  23. mamadama says

    January 29, 2018 at 10:21 pm

    It is cooking now… in order to ensure meat is cooked through, i put a metal condiment cup in the middle of the meatloaf. Hopefully, that will make sure meatloaf is cooked through. I love my IP, because the whole dinner is cooking. Last night was bbq baby back ribs, finished under broiler, and corn on the cob. Yum.

    Reply
  24. Amanda says

    February 1, 2018 at 10:56 pm

    We have tried at least 4 of your recipes over the past month…including this one. I was skeptical that all three layers would turn out, but this was delicious!

    So far, all of your recipes have been keepers. 🙂 I love that I can stick with 21DF meal planning, but my husband and kids LOVE your meals too. Healthy, delicious, and Instant Pot…win, win, win!!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      February 1, 2018 at 11:08 pm

      Comments like this are the BEST! Thank you, Amanda! <3

      Reply
  25. Barbara Guyer says

    February 2, 2018 at 1:06 pm

    I can’t see if you mention the size pot. Would it work in a 6qt. Pot ? Just learning – thank you.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      February 2, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      Yes! That’s what I used for this 🙂

      Reply
  26. Sara Deveau says

    February 3, 2018 at 10:27 pm

    I tried this tonight and had high hopes! I followed your directions, but my IP never reached pressure and overheated and I got an error message. When I carefully took the layers out, all of the broth was gone from the bottom and the potatoes were starting to burn. Any suggestions for next time?
    p.s. All of your other recipes have turned out great!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      February 11, 2018 at 6:29 pm

      I wish I knew for sure, but I honestly think this has to do with having a good seal…if the water was gone, that means it escaped somehow.

      Reply
  27. Barbara Guyer says

    February 9, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    We made this for dinner the other night and it was wonderful !! I am not a meatloaf lover, but I am now !

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      February 11, 2018 at 6:19 pm

      That is wonderful, Barbara!!

      Reply
  28. Melody Tinker says

    March 15, 2018 at 8:44 pm

    Giving this a try … using the IP-LUX, set on manual for 25 min …. but *NOTE* I have NO high pressure setting ….. will let you know

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 15, 2018 at 8:50 pm

      That should be fine – your only has high 🙂

      Reply
  29. Melody says

    March 16, 2018 at 4:34 am

    By for your response!! It turned out awesome!!! Hubby let me have 2 pieces .. he ate the rest!!!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 16, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      LOL! He sounds like my hubby! I’m so glad, Melody!

      Reply
  30. RemingtonH says

    March 19, 2018 at 5:14 pm

    OK I made this last night, per this recipe. Only changes were no garlic cloves with the potatoes, and I added a tablespoon of worsteshire sauce the the meatloaf.

    I was really delicious, super easy, and a success (2nd or 3rd time using the Instant Pot since we just got it recently.

    Next time I make it, I’ll probably omit the extra salt added to the potatoes and broth, it simply didn’t need it.

    Thanks for the delicious recipe!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 19, 2018 at 5:39 pm

      YAY!! This is FANTASTIC!!

      Reply
  31. Teresa D says

    May 1, 2018 at 10:37 am

    Do you think this would work the same if my meatloaf is in an aluminum pan?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      May 2, 2018 at 5:26 pm

      Yes!

      Reply
  32. Shelly Gahagan says

    May 21, 2018 at 12:30 am

    ? I just made this for the first time. Hands down the best meatloaf ever. I did add my own spices but I prepared it as noted in the recipe and I broiled it as suggested. The texture of the meatloaf is incredible. The potatoes cooked perfectly and were delicious. I added a tsp of crushed rosemary to the chicken broth and wow!!! Thank you so much for this recipe. This will be in the meal rotation weekly. It’s really that good. My husband made himself sick because he could not stop ? eating.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      May 21, 2018 at 11:31 am

      Well this just made my morning!! Hope your husband recovered, lol – I have totally been there! <3

      Reply
  33. Isa S. says

    June 1, 2018 at 12:40 am

    My meatloaf was not cooked all the way through and I only used 1 pound not 1.5 pounds of meat. I have the 6 qt duo. Anyone know why it didn’t work right? Super bummed, hungry and still waiting to eat…

    Reply
  34. Sharon A Cox says

    July 4, 2018 at 2:07 am

    What other veggies could you use in place of the carrots without changing cooking times?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      July 4, 2018 at 4:47 pm

      That’s a tough one…most veggies will not hold up to such a long cook time. Perhaps turnips or parsnips?

      Reply
  35. Jessica Stern says

    August 16, 2018 at 12:37 am

    This was so easy and amazing! Thanks

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      August 19, 2018 at 6:57 pm

      AWESOME!!!! <3

      Reply
  36. Carol Anne says

    December 11, 2018 at 4:39 am

    I want to make this, but with 3 teenage boys I fear it won’t be enough. I usually use at least 2 obs of meat, sometimes 3 pounds. Would it work to just cook it longer?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      December 11, 2018 at 12:15 pm

      Yes – just add a couple of minutes more! What size Instant Pot do you have?

      Reply
  37. Susan Knox says

    December 18, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    Thiss was very good. I used 2 lbs. of beef so I cooked it for 35 minutes. I just made the meatloaf since I had leftover roasted potatoes and I made some creamed spinach.

    When I formed the meatloaf I made it into a circle around a ramekin. This helped so that any of the fat juices were in the middle of the loaf.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  38. Terri says

    January 16, 2019 at 5:55 pm

    Great idea! I would love to try replacing the potatoes with cauliflower

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 16, 2019 at 7:33 pm

      Yes! Go for it!

      Reply
  39. Leslie says

    January 21, 2019 at 2:17 am

    This is SO delicious & easy to make. I feel like an Instant Pot pro now. This was my first time layering food in my pot.
    My Husband and 9 year old Son loved it! I was told this is the only meatloaf I should make from now on ☺️
    I love that it is healthy and fits with my container counts. Thank you!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 24, 2019 at 1:14 am

      Oh my goodness – how did I miss this? You made my whole day, Leslie! Thank you for trusting me and trying this out!

      Reply
  40. Alexis says

    January 31, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    This one was fun to do. I felt like a little girl cooking in my play kitchen but for real…LOL.
    I followed the directions exactly and everything turned out perfectly; nothing over/under cooked…just perfect! Everyone loved it and I found my fiancé eating on the leftovers later that evening.
    I do have a question, could something be added to the carrots to make them a little sweet? Something to stay 21 Day Fix approved that will work in the instant pot?

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    • Nancylynn says

      January 31, 2019 at 7:02 pm

      Alexis, you always have the best comments! I am so happy you enjoyed this one, too, and even the cooking part! To make your carrots sweeter, I would just add some honey or pure maple syrup after cooking! Just a teaspoon or two should work!

      Reply
  41. Nicole says

    February 4, 2019 at 10:04 pm

    Just put this in my 6qt and used my delay start for 15 min to get a quick family walk in before dinner on this unseasonably warm Feb day! Can’t wait- we all love it!

    ★★★★★

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  42. Rachel says

    February 9, 2019 at 10:38 pm

    I’m using a 8 quart pot and 2 lbs of beef. Whst do I need to do different from this recipe if anything? Longer cook time, if so how much time?

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  43. Rachel says

    February 10, 2019 at 12:41 pm

    I made this last night and it turned out great. I am using an 8 quart IP so I used 2 cups of chicken broth (but I don’t think it really needed it in the end but didn’t want the potatoes to stick) and I used 2lbs of meatloaf. I cooked it for 35 min and was perfect. Everything was the right consistency. Thank you so much for this recipe. I thought I was going to have to buy the stackers to cook a meal like this in the IP!

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    • Nancylynn says

      February 11, 2019 at 1:34 am

      Hi Rachel! I am so sorry that I missed your earlier question, but you did amazing here! I am so glad everything workout out and that you enjoyed the meal. So proud!

      Reply
  44. Jill says

    February 13, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    Should the tomato sauce be counted as a purple?

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    • Nancylynn says

      February 15, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      Hi! It’s a no sugar added sauce, so I count it as a green!

      Reply
  45. Jill says

    February 18, 2019 at 5:28 pm

    I loved how the potatoes turned out in this recipe. Could I just do the potatoes but with more potatoes. But I’m new to the InstantPot and 21 day fix. Any suggestions for cook time and what setting and what portion of potatoes to broth and garlic. And did you just mash the garlic cloves with the potatoes? Also how to count it for 21 day fix, would it just be 1 yellow container be worth 1 yellow? Sorry for all the questions. Newby here!

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  46. Polona says

    May 4, 2019 at 10:58 am

    Made tiday, it was perfect! I didnt have bread crumbs, so I used almond flour, it is a great substitute.

    ★★★★★

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    • Nancylynn says

      May 5, 2019 at 1:17 pm

      That is great to know, Polona, thank you!

      Reply
  47. Jessica says

    July 14, 2019 at 10:26 pm

    This was amazing. So simple to throw together a full dinner! I’m doing 21 day fix and this felt like a cheat meal! Just what I needed.
    Thanks for another great recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Nancylynn says

      July 16, 2019 at 6:43 pm

      I’m thrilled to hear it, Jessica!

      Reply
  48. Nikki Demny says

    November 20, 2019 at 12:34 am

    Made this last night and followed everything to a T. The potatoes stuck some to the bottom (no biggie) however; when I mashed them using the broth they didn’t taste good to me or my hubby. Next time I’ll just mash them using butter and milk. Also, the carrots were not done at all. The meatloaf itself was ok but not very flavorful so next time I’ll add more seasonings. Overall I think it turned out pretty good as this was my first IP meal.

    ★★★

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    • Nancylynn says

      March 7, 2020 at 7:40 pm

      Sorry to hear this didn’t work perfectly for you!

      Reply
    • Sharon A Cox says

      March 8, 2020 at 2:03 am

      I hate that it didn’t turn out well for you. I make this all the time because it’s so easy and tasty. I’ve never had a single problem. Makes me wonder what the difference is…maybe altitude or something.

      ★★★★★

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  49. Alyssa says

    December 28, 2019 at 8:02 pm

    I apologize if I missed this somewhere in the recipe and/or previous comments but what size instant pot do you use? 6 or 8 qt? Just curious cause I have the 6 qt.

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    • Nancylynn says

      June 11, 2020 at 2:09 am

      I have a 3 qt, 6 qt, and 8 qt (obsessed much? lol!) but all of my recipes are written for 6 qt

      Reply
  50. Carol says

    January 19, 2020 at 4:11 pm

    Would you need to add extra time if you were to use round cake pans instead of aluminum foil? I just checked and I have a couple that will fit in my 8qt air crisp.

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    • Nancylynn says

      January 20, 2020 at 12:14 am

      That’s a good question…I think the timing would still be the same, but you will have to try and then test afterwards. I’ll be curious to hear!

      Reply
  51. Katie says

    April 27, 2020 at 8:42 pm

    Hello! how would you modify this if I was not making the potatoes with it? We are doing 80 day obsession and won’t have any yellow containers left for dinner 🙂

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    • Nancylynn says

      June 11, 2020 at 1:35 am

      Hi! You can just leave them out. Still put a cup of broth or water in the bottom, but skip the potatoes, garlic and salt on the first layer. Everything else should stay the same!

      Reply
  52. Chandy says

    October 27, 2020 at 12:44 am

    It’s in the IP as I write this. So excited to try this one. Meatloaf and mashed potatoes are one of my favorite comfort foods. I have made several of your recipes, and I haven’t found one I didn’t like. 😊

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