Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole
A cozy and hearty casserole featuring savory meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and gooey cheese, topped with crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 3 cups Mashed Potatoes
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Bacon
- 2 tbsp Green Onions/Chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the meat mixture by combining the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup in a large mixing bowl.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased, oven-safe casserole dish.
- Bake the meatloaf for about 45 minutes.
- Prepare the mashed potatoes while the meatloaf is baking.
- Layer the mashed potatoes across the top of the meatloaf, smoothing it out.
- Add the cheddar cheese on top generously.
- Sprinkle bacon on the top if using.
- Return the casserole to the oven for another 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions or chives.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This casserole is perfect for family gatherings. Feel free to make it ahead of time or experiment with different cheeses and toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesy, meatloaf, casserole, comfort food, family meal