meatloaf casserole

This Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines the flavors of classic meatloaf with a delicious topping of creamy mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfect for dinner or any special occasion!

Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole

beef

breadcrumbs

milk

onion

garlic powder

salt

tsp black pepper

Worcestershire sauce

ketchup

potatoes

cheddar cheese

bacon,

green onions

Lightly grease a 9&#215;9 inch baking dish.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and half of the ketchup.

Press the meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it to cover the bottom.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and no longer pink.

Carefully spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the cooked meatloaf layer.

Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, then add the crumbled bacon.

Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with green onions or chives if desired.

Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

This easy Meatloaf Casserole recipe gives you classic meatloaf, mashed potatoes, a tangy glaze, and cheddar cheese in one hearty, family-friendly dish!

Meatloaf Casserole

ground beef (80/20 preferred,  6.24*)

breadcrumbs (37 grams,  0.11)

¼ cup whole milk (2 fl oz.,  0.07)

onion (finely diced, (¼ cup, 38 grams)  0.35)

Worcestershire sauce (divided, (0.5 oz)  0.05)

garlic powder (0.02)

¾ tsp salt (divided,  0.06)

½ tsp black pepper (divided, (freshly cracked)  0.08)

ketchup (125 grams,  0.27)

Tbsp brown sugar (13 grams,  0.03)

tsp yellow mustard (5 grams,  0.01)

russet potatoes (peeled and diced, (about 2 potatoes)  0.49**)

Tbsp salted butter (28 grams,  0.19)

whole milk (2.7 fl oz.,  0.09)

cheddar cheese (shredded, (56 grams)  0.92)

green onions (thinly sliced,  0.24)

Gather

Gather and prep your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.

In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, garlic, 1 tsp Worcestershire, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Mix gently to combine.

Whisk

In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and the remaining 2 tsp Worcestershire and set aside.

Press

Press the meat mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.

Bake

Brush half of the ketchup mixture evenly on top of the meat. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160° F.

Boil

Meanwhile, place diced potatoes in a medium-sized pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 12–15 minutes until tender. Drain.

Mash

Mash potatoes with butter, milk, ¼ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Brush

After the first bake, brush the remaining ketchup glaze over the meatloaf.***

Spread

Spread the mashed potatoes over the cooked meatloaf, then sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake 10-12 more minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. Optional: broil for 1-2 minutes for a lightly browned top.

Finish

Sprinkle green onion slices over the casserole. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

I never cared for any meatloaf I made until I made this .
This was delicious and will make again

This recipe was delicious.  Really simple to put together and only made one change....I did not have russet potatoes, so used what I had which were baby potatoes. I seasoned &amp; spread on a baking sheet and roasted with the first bake of the meat then smashed  &amp; piled onto the loaf, sprinkled with cheese - wonderful.  5 star rating for sure.

This recipe is awesome! I only had ground pork, used yellow potatoes &amp; left off the cheese. So delicious! Will definitely make this again

Loved this!! We had a meatloaf-off where we tested a few different meatloafs (meatloaves?) against each other, and this one was the clear winner! Moist, filling, full of flavor, and the golden cheesy crust was a particular hit. I made it vegetarian with Beyond Beef, and even the carnivores loved it.

Sounds delish
Make one simular but in Loaf tin 
Yes the milk does keep it moist.
Chef tip to us when doing Commercial cook course 2014 Warm milk or cream slightly stop clagging potatoes I strain mine from hot pot put Milk / cream in hot pot on low heat 3 to 4 mins to warm then put back spuds and mash.
Also good tip always start Bacon off in COLD pan as will render the fat as it heats up and have crispy bacon.

My family LOVED this recipe. The meatloaf was delicious, tender, and the star of the show. I added mixed veg on the side and it was a perfect family dinner.

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