Loaded Meatloaf Casserole (Printable Version)
Turn your classic meatloaf into a creamy casserole layered with fluffy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon bits, and cheese.
# What You'll Need:
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3 cups mashed potatoes.
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1 pound of lean ground beef.
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1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar.
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⅓ cup of crispy bacon crumbles.
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1 large egg.
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½ cup finely diced white onion.
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3 minced garlic cloves.
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1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
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2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
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1 cup of Italian-style breadcrumbs.
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Add salt and pepper, as much as you’d like.
# Steps to Follow:
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Set your oven to 400°F and let it warm up.
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Combine in a big bowl: beef, garlic, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, along with salt and pepper.
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Pack the meat mix firmly into an 8-inch baking dish.
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Smooth mashed potatoes over the top, scatter on the cheese, and sprinkle the bacon bits.
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Cover with aluminum foil and cook for half an hour.
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Take off the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
# Additional Notes:
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Make it early and chill it in the fridge.
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Good in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Leftover mashed potatoes work perfectly here.
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Let it sit 5-10 minutes before you serve it up.