Description
This layered Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese brings together everything you love about comfort food. A juicy, flavorful meatloaf base is topped with creamy mashed potatoes and finished with golden, bubbly cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or potluck gatherings!
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef (80–85% lean)
1 cup breadcrumbs
¾ cup milk
2 large eggs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (optional, for topping)
1½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
3. Press mixture evenly into the baking dish, shaping into a flat rectangle. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
4. Meanwhile, prepare mashed potatoes if not using pre-made. Once meatloaf is done, spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
5. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and drizzle with ketchup or BBQ sauce if using.
6. Broil on high for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
For best flavor and moisture, use ground beef with at least 15% fat content.
Don’t overmix the meat mixture—stir just until combined.
Watch the broiler closely to avoid burning the cheese topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg