Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole
A hearty casserole combining juicy meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Chopped Onion
- 1/4 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Potato Ingredients
- 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Fresh or leftover
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/4 cup Chopped Bacon Optional but recommended
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—try not to overwork the mixture for the juiciest result.
- Press the meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and set.
- Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the cooked meatloaf layer.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes and top with chopped bacon, if using.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and everything is heated through.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For extra creamy potatoes, mash them with a splash of warm milk and butter before spreading over the meatloaf. If you like a bit of heat, try stirring some diced jalapeños into your mashed potatoes for a Tex-Mex twist.