Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and cheese

Here’s a classic Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese recipe 🍖🧀🥔

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Ingredients

For Meatloaf (serves ~4–6)

• 1 ½ lb ground beef (or a mix of beef & pork)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Optional: ½ tsp paprika or dried herbs

For Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 tbsp butter
• ½ cup milk (adjust for desired creaminess)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or your favorite cheese

Optional Meatloaf Topping

• ¼ cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

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Instructions

1. Make Meatloaf

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
3. Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
4. Optional: Mix ketchup and brown sugar and spread over the top for a glaze.
5. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C).

2. Make Mashed Potatoes

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
2. Drain and mash with butter and milk.
3. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Serve

Slice meatloaf and serve alongside cheesy mashed potatoes. Optional: pour pan drippings or gravy over both for extra flavor.

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Tips

• Use half ground pork for a juicier meatloaf.
• Can add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
• For a cheesy twist on meatloaf, stuff slices of cheese inside before baking.

I can also give a slow-cooker meatloaf version, or a loaded mashed potato version with bacon and green onions.