Cheesy Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole

This comfort food classic combines juicy, flavorful meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes and melty cheese for a meal that everyone will devour!

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes

⏳ Cook Time: 50 minutes

⏱ Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

🍽 Servings: 6

🔥 Calories per Serving: ~500

🛒 Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

🥩 1 ½ lbs ground beef
🍞 ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)

🥚 2 eggs
🧅 ½ cup finely diced onion
🥫 ½ cup BBQ sauce

🌿 1 tsp garlic powder
🌿 1 tsp onion powder
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste

For the Potato Layer:

🥔 3 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or instant)
🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
🥛 ¼ cup milk

🧈 2 tbsp butter
🌿 1 tsp garlic powder
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste

For the Topping:

🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
🌿 ½ tsp dried parsley (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13″ baking dish.

2️⃣ Make the Meatloaf Base

In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Press the mixture evenly into the baking dish.
Bake for 25 minutes until firm.

3️⃣ Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

While the meatloaf is baking, mix mashed potatoes, cheese, milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4️⃣ Layer & Bake Again

Spread the mashed potatoes over the baked meatloaf.
Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake for 20-25 more minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

Let cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with parsley and serve warm!

🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Classic meatloaf + cheesy potatoes = the ultimate comfort meal!
✔️ No pork – just rich, beefy flavor!
✔️ Easy to make & meal-prep friendly!
✔️ Great for feeding a hungry crowd!

🔥 Pro Tips

✅ Want it extra crispy? Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end!
✅ Love spice? Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce!
✅ Make it ahead! Prep, refrigerate, and bake when ready!

Enjoy your Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole – a true comfort classic that’s hearty, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious! 🥩🧀🥔😊