Description
This Mashed Potato Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines the classic flavors of meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes and gooey cheese in a satisfying layered casserole. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or potluck gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Layer:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup ketchup
Mashed Potato Layer:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes, prepared and seasoned
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the meatloaf layer: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and ketchup. Mix well and press into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Add the mashed potatoes: Spread prepared mashed potatoes over the meatloaf layer, sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Return casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Rest and serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can use store-bought mashed potatoes or make them fresh. For extra flavor, mix sour cream or garlic into the mashed potatoes.
- Ground turkey or a beef/pork blend can be used as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
