Description
A comforting and hearty meal combining layers of juicy meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes, topped with a generous amount of melted cheddar cheese. This Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese recipe is a family favorite that’s easy to make and sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf Layer:
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15 preferred)
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Mashed Potato Layer:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or leftover)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Press meat into the dish: Spread the meat mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes.
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Warm the mashed potatoes and stir in sour cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer the mashed potatoes: Carefully spread the mashed potatoes over the baked meatloaf layer.
- Add cheese and bake again: Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top. Bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest, garnish, and serve: Let cool for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 500 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Cheese, Comfort Food, Family Meal
