Description
Loaded Potato Meatloaf is a hearty main dish combining juicy beef meatloaf with a creamy mashed potato topping and melted cheddar cheese. This comforting bake is perfect for cozy family dinners and makes delicious leftovers.
Ingredients
- 454 g ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 70 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 120 ml milk
- 1 large egg
- 60 g plain breadcrumbs
- 60 ml ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 700 g potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 60 g butter
- 120 ml milk or cream
- 100 g shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a loaf pan or baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, milk, egg, breadcrumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, parsley, and paprika. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and press it into the prepared pan. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until very tender. Drain well.
- Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth. Stir in half of the cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Remove meatloaf from oven and spread mashed potatoes on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.
Notes
- Use russet or all-purpose potatoes for creamiest texture.
- Add chopped bell peppers or grated carrots to meatloaf for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Substitute cheddar with mozzarella or your favorite cheese blend.
- For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or oregano.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg