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Loaded Meatloaf and Potato Casserole

Loaded Meatloaf and Potato Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

A comforting Loaded Meatloaf and Potato Casserole that combines hearty meatloaf flavors with creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Layer
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) or ground turkey with an extra egg
  • 1 cup Plain Dry Breadcrumbs or panko for lighter texture
  • 0.5 cup Ketchup barbecue sauce can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce soy sauce as substitute
  • 1 medium Finely Chopped Onion or shallots for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitutable with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt sea salt can be used
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika as substitute
For the Mashed Potato Layer
  • 2 pounds Russet Potatoes Yukon Gold can be used
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter substitutable with margarine
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt for lighter version
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk half-and-half or non-dairy milk as alternative
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese pepper jack for extra heat
  • 0.5 cup Cooked Bacon, Crumbled diced ham can be used
  • 3 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions chives or shallots as alternatives
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley optional, can use fresh herbs
  • Barbecue Sauce optional drizzle for flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Peel and chop the russet potatoes, cook in salted boiling water for 12–15 minutes, then drain.
  3. Combine all meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl and mix gently until combined.
  4. Press the meatloaf mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Mash the drained potatoes with butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  6. Spread the mashed potatoes over the meatloaf, sprinkling half the cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Return to oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes. Add remaining cheese and crumbled bacon, bake for 5 more minutes.
  8. Allow to rest for 10 minutes, garnish with green onions and parsley, drizzle with barbecue sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow casserole to rest for easier slicing. Adjust baking time if assembling in advance.

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