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CHEESY LOADED MEATLOAF CASSEROLE

5 from 1 vote
A comfort food mashup that combines the best of meatloaf and loaded mashed potatoes in one easy-to-make casserole!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Base:
  • * 1 pound lean ground beef
  • * 1/2 cup white onion finely chopped
  • * 3 cloves garlic minced
  • * 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • * 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • * 1 large egg
  • * 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
  • * 3 cups garlic mashed potatoes
  • * 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • * 1/3 cup crispy bacon crumbled
  • * 2 green onions sliced (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Add breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Press meat mixture evenly into prepared baking dish.
  5. Spread mashed potatoes in an even layer over meat mixture.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and crumbled bacon.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
  10. Garnish with green onions if desired.

Notes

* Make Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance
* Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
* Reheating: Best in oven to maintain crispy top
* Variations: Try different cheese combinations
* Potato Tips: Warm slightly for easier spreading
* Time Saver: Use store-bought mashed potatoes

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