Yum, that sounds like serious comfort food! Want a recipe for a Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole? Here’s a solid one that layers savory meatloaf with cheesy, loaded mashed potatoes—all baked into one epic dish.
🥔 Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole
🍖 Ingredients:
For the meatloaf base:
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1½ lbs ground beef (or mix with ground pork)
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1 egg
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup milk
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the loaded potato topping:
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3 cups mashed potatoes (about 4–5 medium potatoes)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup milk or cream
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
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4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 green onions, chopped
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Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
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Extra cheddar
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More bacon
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Chives or green onions
🔪 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9 or similar baking dish.
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Mix the meatloaf ingredients together in a large bowl until just combined. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Bake the meatloaf layer uncovered for about 25 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
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While it bakes, make mashed potatoes (or use leftovers!). Mix in sour cream, milk, cheese, bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper.
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Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the partially baked meatloaf layer. Sprinkle more cheese and bacon on top if you’re feeling bold.
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Return to oven and bake another 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
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Cool slightly, garnish with green onions or chives, and dig in!