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Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese Easy Dinner Recipe

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This hearty meatloaf with mashed potatoes and cheese is the ultimate comfort food, featuring juicy beef, creamy potatoes, and a golden cheesy crust. Perfect for family dinners or feeding a crowd, it’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor and juiciness)
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
  • 1/3 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt (plus more to taste for potatoes)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (plus more to taste for potatoes)
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme and 1/2 tsp dried oregano)
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or extra sharp)
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Place peeled, chopped potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup milk, eggs, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and dried herbs. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Press the meat mixture into an even layer in the greased dish, about 1 1/2 inches thick, leaving a small border for the potatoes. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  4. While the meatloaf bakes, drain the cooked potatoes and return to the pot. Add butter, 1/2 cup milk, sour cream (if using), salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning and add more milk if needed.
  5. Remove meatloaf from oven after 25 minutes. Uncover and carefully spread mashed potatoes over the meatloaf, smoothing with a spatula. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top.
  6. Return to oven, uncovered, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden at the edges. For a crispier top, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  7. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF breadcrumbs. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based milk, butter, and cheese. Don’t overmix the meatloaf to keep it tender. Let potatoes steam dry after draining for fluffier mash. Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt. Rest the dish before slicing for neat portions. Leftovers keep well and can be frozen.

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Keywords: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, cheese, comfort food, casserole, family dinner, easy dinner, beef, cheddar, baked, one pan meal

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