Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole, a delightful twist on a classic family favorite. This dish features seasoned ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. With its satisfying flavors and textures, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and makes for fantastic leftovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup (divided)
- 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and half the ketchup. Mix well.
- Press the meat mixture into the baking dish and spread the remaining ketchup on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
- Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the meatloaf layer and top with cheese and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Bake again for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg