Description
This Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese recipe is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines flavorful meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes and gooey melted cheese. It’s a perfect meal for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf:
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Topping:
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Meatloaf: Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Press into the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Make the Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread mashed potatoes over the meatloaf, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let rest, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared in advance and baked later.
- Add a layer of frozen peas or corn between the meat and potatoes for variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
