Cheesy Loaded Beef Meatloaf Casserole Recipe
This Cheesy Loaded Beef Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of a classic meatloaf with the richness of cheddar cheese, bacon, and creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Layer:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional Layers:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare meatloaf: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix ingredients for the meatloaf layer and press into the baking dish.
- Cook meatloaf: Bake for 25–30 minutes until cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Layer and bake: Spread mashed potatoes over the meatloaf, top with cheese and bacon. Bake for another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can prepare mashed potatoes in advance for quicker assembly.
- Try using ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For added flavor, mix some shredded cheese into the meatloaf mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~420 kcal
- Sugar: ~3 g
- Sodium: ~540 mg
- Fat: ~26 g
- Saturated Fat: ~12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~13 g
- Trans Fat: ~1 g
- Carbohydrates: ~14 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~32 g
- Cholesterol: ~140 mg
