Here’s a Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole recipe—comfort food that combines classic meatloaf with loaded mashed potatoes in one dish 🥔🥩
Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole
Ingredients
Meatloaf Layer
- 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 works best)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or Italian seasoning
Potato Layer
- 3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
Loaded Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6–8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Extra sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the meatloaf layer
In a large bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients until just combined.
Press evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. - Bake meatloaf
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until partially cooked.
Drain excess grease if needed. - Prepare mashed potatoes
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
Drain and mash with butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy. - Assemble casserole
Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the meatloaf layer. - Add toppings
Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon over the potatoes. - Final bake
Return to oven and bake 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. - Garnish & serve
Top with green onions and extra sour cream if desired. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Tips & Variations
- 🔥 Add a layer of BBQ sauce or ketchup between meatloaf and potatoes
- 🧀 Mix cheese directly into the mashed potatoes for extra richness
- 🌶️ Add jalapeños or pepper jack for heat
- 🥩 Swap beef for ground turkey or a beef/pork mix
If you want, I can also give you a slow-cooker version, freezer-friendly instructions, or a low-carb twist.
