Pork Meatloaf with Mustard Cream Sauce and Mashed Cauliflower
Juicy pork meatloaf seasoned with herbs and spices, paired with buttery mashed cauliflower and topped with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce.
Ingredients
For the Pork Meatloaf:
6 oz ground pork
2 Tbsp pork rind crumbles
1 Tbsp scallion whites, minced
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
Pepper, to taste
½ Tbsp butter (for baking sheet)
For the Mustard Cream Sauce:
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp cream cheese
¼ tsp white wine vinegar (optional, for tang)
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Cauliflower:
1 cup cauliflower florets
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1 Tbsp butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish:
1 tsp scallion greens, thinly sliced
Macronutrients
Protein: 40g
Fat: 60g
Carbs: 8g
Preparation
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it with butter (½ Tbsp).
Make the meatloaf mixture by combining ground pork (6 oz), pork rind crumbles (2 Tbsp), minced scallion whites (1 Tbsp), garlic powder (½ tsp), smoked paprika (½ tsp), dried thyme (½ tsp), salt (½ tsp), and pepper to taste in a bowl. Mix just until combined.
Form into a small loaf, about 1 inch tall, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast on the top rack for 20–22 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temp should reach 160°F/71°C).
While the meatloaf bakes, steam the cauliflower (1 cup florets) until fork-tender, about 7–10 minutes. Drain well.
Mash the cauliflower with butter (1 Tbsp), heavy cream (2 Tbsp), and salt and pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.
Make the mustard cream sauce by heating heavy cream (2 Tbsp), Dijon mustard (1 tsp), cream cheese (1 Tbsp), and vinegar (¼ tsp, optional) in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk until smooth and warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the meatloaf is done, serve it with a generous drizzle of mustard cream sauce, a side of mashed cauliflower, and a sprinkle of scallion greens (1 tsp) on top.
Modifications: 43kg plus clips. 24” jump up, step down.
Time: 21:45
Notes: the rest never felt forced. E.g. they were definitely needed. Progressions for next time, less unforced resting.