Description
A classic comfort food dish combining savory meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 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
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or leftover)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes.
- Warm the mashed potatoes; stir in sour cream and butter and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the prepared mashed potatoes over the baked meatloaf layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
For juicier meatloaf, don’t overmix the ingredients. You can use leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American