{"id":6827,"date":"2022-12-25T11:26:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-25T11:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/helleme.com\/?p=6827"},"modified":"2022-12-25T11:26:14","modified_gmt":"2022-12-25T11:26:14","slug":"loaded-potato-and-meatloaf-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/helleme.com\/loaded-potato-and-meatloaf-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"LOADED POTATO AND MEATLOAF CASSEROLE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Creamy homemade mashed potatoes top a moist and flavorful meatloaf in this decadent take on shepherd\u2019s pie. Bacon and cheddar make it even better! Yes, this&nbsp;<strong>Loaded Potato and Meatloaf Casserole<\/strong>&nbsp;will make your weeknight meal a breeze!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?media=https%3A%2F%2Fthenovicechefblog.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F12%2FLoaded-Potato-and-Meatloaf-Casserole-11.jpeg&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fthenovicechefblog.com%2Floaded-potato-and-meatloaf-casserole%2F&amp;is_video=false&amp;description=Brighten%20up%20dinnertime%20with%20this%20easy%20meatloaf%20casserole!%20Creamy%20homemade%20mashed%20potatoes%20top%20a%20moist%20and%20flavorful%20meatloaf%20in%20this%20easy%20recipe%2C%20while%20bacon%20and%20cheddar%20make%20it%20even%20better.%20In%20fact%2C%20you%20might%20want%20to%20double%20this%20and%20freeze%20one%20for%20later!\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loaded-Potato-and-Meatloaf-Casserole-11.jpeg\" alt=\"A serving of loaded potato and meatloaf casserole on a plate with a fork. One bite is on a fork on the plate. The casserole dish with several servings taken out of it is in the background of the shot.\" title=\"Creamy homemade mashed potatoes top a moist and flavorful meatloaf in this easy Loaded Potato and Meatloaf Casserole. Easy, quick &amp; SO good!\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A QUICK MEAT-AND-POTATOES DINNER WITH TONS OF FLAVOR!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Question: What do you get when you combine a hearty, barbecue-sauced meatloaf with buttery, loaded mashed potatoes?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: Just about the perfect family dinner! This cheesy, bacon-topped casserole has all of the above. And it\u2019s so easy to make, you won\u2019t mind at all when your family asks for it again and again! A close cousin of shepherd\u2019s pie, this easy casserole takes meat and potatoes to savory new heights. Yum!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So the next time you\u2019re in need of a super-simple, yet fun dinner option that doesn\u2019t take a lot of prep (and who doesn\u2019t need one of those, approximately five nights per week!) reach for this recipe. Everyone will devour the tender, moist meatloaf with its topping of homemade mashed potatoes, melting cheese, and crispy bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love this comfort food style casserole, make sure to also check out my families favorite\u00a0Loaded Mashed Potato and Meatball Casserole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loaded-Potato-and-Meatloaf-Casserole-1.jpeg\" alt=\"A square serving of meatloaf casserole on a white plate, with a wooden-handled fork and knife and striped napkin.\" title=\"Creamy homemade mashed potatoes top a moist and flavorful meatloaf in this easy Loaded Potato and Meatloaf Casserole. Easy, quick &amp; SO good!\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">LOADED POTATO AND MEATLOAF CASSEROLE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Creamy homemade mashed potatoes top a moist and flavorful meatloaf in this easy casserole dinner. Bacon and cheddar make it even better! Yes, this&nbsp;<strong>Loaded Potato and Meatloaf Casserole<\/strong>&nbsp;checks all the boxes, and then some!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INGREDIENTS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>1 \u00bd pounds lean ground beef or turkey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup chopped white onion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon minced garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup seasoned bread crumbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 large egg, lightly beaten<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2153 cup cottage cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup BBQ sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup sour cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup warm milk (or half and half)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon kosher salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 slices thick bacon, cooked and crumbled<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 \u00bd cups cheddar cheese, shredded<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INSTRUCTIONS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Spray a 9&#215;13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large mixing bowl, combine the hamburger, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, egg, cottage cheese, and BBQ sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the meatloaf into the pan, and spread it into an even layer. Place in the oven, and bake for 30 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While the meatloaf is cooking, add the potatoes to a pan and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drain the water from the potatoes, and add the butter. Beat with a hand mixer to combine. Add the sour cream, warm milk, salt, and pepper, and mix again to combine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the meatloaf from the oven, and pour off any excess grease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread the mashed potatoes over the meatloaf, then add the cheddar cheese and bacon bits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return the meatloaf into the oven for an additional 15 minutes, until the potatoes are hot and the cheese has melted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the pan from the oven, and serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NOTES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Storage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fridge:&nbsp;<\/strong>Cover the casserole well, or place leftovers in airtight containers or bags, and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong>&nbsp;Wrap casserole well or place in airtight containers. Freeze for up to three months. Thaw before reheating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reheat:&nbsp;<\/strong>Place<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>leftovers in an ovenproof dish at 375\u00b0F until heated through. Test several places in the casserole using an Instant Read thermometer, to make sure it is fully reheated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creamy homemade mashed potatoes top a moist and flavorful meatloaf in this decadent take on shepherd\u2019s pie. Bacon and cheddar make it even better! Yes, this&nbsp;Loaded Potato and Meatloaf Casserole&nbsp;will make your weeknight meal a breeze! A QUICK MEAT-AND-POTATOES DINNER WITH TONS OF FLAVOR! 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