Loaded Potato Meatloaf

 

Loaded Potato Meatloaf 

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf:

1 ½ lbs ground beef (or a mix of beef & pork)

½ cup breadcrumbs

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

½ cup milk

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup cooked, crumbled bacon

For the Loaded Potato Topping:

2 cups mashed potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes, boiled & mashed)

½ cup sour cream

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

¼ cup cooked, crumbled bacon

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Meatloaf: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, milk