Oh yes 😋—cheesy meatloaf over mashed potatoes is comfort food at its peak. Here’s a full recipe that’s easy, hearty, and delicious.
Cheesy Meatloaf Over Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
For the meatloaf:
- 1½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (or mix beef + pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs or parsley
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella for extra gooeyness)
For the topping:
- ½ cup ketchup (or tomato sauce)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for a sweet glaze)
For mashed potatoes:
- 2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ¼–½ cup milk or cream
- 3 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Mashed Potatoes
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15–20 min).
- Drain, mash with butter, and add milk slowly until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
Meatloaf
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, herbs, and shredded cheese. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
- Mix ketchup and brown sugar (if using) and spread over the top.
- Bake for 50–60 min until cooked through (internal temp ~160°F / 71°C).
Serve
- Slice meatloaf and place over a mound of mashed potatoes.
- Pour any pan juices or extra ketchup glaze on top.
- Optional: sprinkle extra cheese or parsley on top.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, stir ½ cup cooked mushrooms or bell peppers into the meatloaf mix.
- Leftover meatloaf is amazing for sandwiches the next day.
- You can make mashed potatoes fluffier by using a potato ricer.
If you want, I can also give a slow cooker version of cheesy meatloaf that cooks while you do other things—perfect for a cozy dinner without babysitting the oven.
Do you want me to make that version too?
