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Delicious loaded potato meatloaf casserole served in a baking dish.

Tasty Loaded Potato Meatloaf Casserole

A comforting meatloaf casserole with loaded potatoes, topped with melted cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (or turkey) Use ground turkey for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Use fresh breadcrumbs for extra moisture.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For the Loaded Potatoes
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled Optional ingredient.
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped For garnish.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined. Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in the center of a greased casserole dish.
  3. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained potatoes, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon (if using). Mash together until creamy and smooth.
  5. Spread the loaded potato mixture evenly over the meatloaf in the casserole dish.
  6. Top with the remaining cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider mixing in your favorite herbs or spices into the meatloaf mixture, like Italian seasoning or paprika. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This casserole freezes well; ensure it’s cooled completely before freezing. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.