Loaded Potato Meatloaf Casserole

This Loaded Potato Meatloaf Casserole has a savory ground beef base, creamy mashed potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese, delicious! It's a hearty dinner the whole family will enjoy.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 15

Servings Servings

Calories 381kcal

Equipment

9x13 baking dish
large mixing bowl
potato masher or hand mixer
medium saucepan
Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion
6 garlic cloves divided
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 Tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 egg beaten
½ bbq sauce

Potato Layer

2 ½ pounds potatoes
½ cup butter
4 ounces cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1-2 Tablespoons fresh chives
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
In a large bowl, place the ground beef, chopped onion, 1 minced garlic clove, the bread crumbs, worcestershire sauce, egg and bbq sauce and mix well to combine.
Spread the mixture into the bottom of the baking pan and spread in an even layer.
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
In the meantime, peel the potatoes and remaining garlic cloves and place them in boiling water and cook until tender.
Drain the water and mash the potatoes and garlic.
Add the butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt and pepper. Stir to combine well.
Add in the chives and mix.
Remove the cooked beef, and drain any excess grease.
Spread the mashed potatoes in an even layer over the top of the beef.
Sprinkle the cheese over the top of the potatoes and return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
Remove and garnish with fresh parsley, or extra chives and serve hot!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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