Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole - Easy Recipes for Comfort
This hearty meatloaf casserole is one of the best easy recipes to satisfy dinner cravings—cheesy, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, ketchup, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Press meat mixture evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the meat is fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and spread mashed potatoes over the meat layer.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon bits evenly on top.
- Return to oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with chopped green onions and serve warm.