Potato Meatloaf Casserole

Loaded Mashed Potato Meatloaf Casserole 

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf Layer:

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

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 egg

½ cup milk

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ cup ketchup (for topping)

For the Mashed Potato Layer:

4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced

4 tbsp butter

½ cup milk (or heavy cream)

½ cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Toppings:

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon

2 tbsp chopped green onions or parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Prepare the meatloaf layer:

In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Spread ½ cup ketchup on top.

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until nearly cooked through.

3. Make the mashed potatoes:

While the meatloaf is baking, boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).

Drain and mash the potatoes with butter, milk, sour cream, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.

4. Assemble the casserole:

Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the baked meatloaf layer.

Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top.

5. Bake again:

Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.