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Cheesy Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole

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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! 🥩🧀🥔😊