Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole
Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole combines the comfort of hearty meatloaf with creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes, making it a delightful and satisfying dish.
The meatloaf is seasoned and baked to perfection, while the loaded mashed potatoes, often enriched with ingredients like cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions, create a delicious topping. Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole not only saves time by merging two favorites but also offers a hearty meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.
Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole
Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole is two of your favorites in one dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meat Loaf
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs or 1 cup crushed Stove Top stuffing
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 (4 ounce) package garlic-flavored instant mashed potatoes*
- 1 1/2 cups water*
- 1/2 cup milk*
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup real bacon bits or 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, onion, bread crumbs, milk, egg, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper then press into a 9 inch square or comparable baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, then remove and drain any excess fat.
- While the meatloaf is cooking, prepare mashed potatoes as per package instructions, using 1 1/2 cups water and 1/2 cup milk.
- Spread over the top of the meat loaf, then top with Cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the mashed potatoes are slightly crispy.
Notes
* Or make your own mashed potatoes instead. This would be a great use for leftover mashed potatoes.
Photo credit: (c) Can Stock Photo
