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Here’s a full recipe for a hearty, comforting Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole — layers of savory meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, melty cheese, and crispy toppings. It’s like meatloaf and a baked potato had the perfect baby. Ideal for feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week!
🥔 Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole
Savory, cheesy, and fully loaded — one pan, total comfort.
✅ Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
🥩 Meatloaf Layer:
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1½ lbs (680g) ground beef (or half beef, half pork)
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1 egg
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½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
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¼ cup milk
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¼ cup finely chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
🥔 Potato Layer:
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4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
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¼ cup butter
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½ cup milk (more if needed)
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½ cup sour cream
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Salt & pepper, to taste
🧀 Topping:
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1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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4–6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 tbsp chopped green onions or chives (optional)
🥣 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Grease or spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Make the Meatloaf Base
In a large bowl, mix together:
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Ground beef
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Egg
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Breadcrumbs
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Milk
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Onion
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Garlic
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Worcestershire
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Salt & pepper
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Ketchup
Press mixture evenly into the bottom of your casserole dish.
3. Bake the Meatloaf Layer
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until mostly cooked through.
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While it’s baking, prepare the mashed potatoes.
4. Make Mashed Potatoes
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Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 12–15 minutes).
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Drain and mash with butter, milk, and sour cream.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Assemble the Casserole
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Remove meatloaf from oven.
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Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the meat layer.
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Top with shredded cheese and crumbled bacon.
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(Optional) Add a swirl of ketchup or BBQ sauce on top.
6. Bake Again
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Return to oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Broil the top for 2–3 minutes if you want it extra golden.
7. Finish & Serve
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Sprinkle with green onions or chives.
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Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
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Fridge: Keeps 4 days in an airtight container.
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Freezer: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat in oven or microwave.
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Reheat: Microwave individual slices or reheat covered in oven at 350°F until hot.
🔄 Variations
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Add frozen mixed vegetables or corn into the meat layer.
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Use leftover mashed potatoes to save time.
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Swap bacon for turkey bacon or omit for vegetarian-friendly topping.
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Add ranch seasoning to the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
Would you like a mini muffin-tin version, a sheet pan variation, or a gluten-free adaptation?