Meatloaf Casserole
Meatloaf casserole with loaded mashed potatoes is a great way to use leftovers or create a delicious kid-friendly meal in less than one hour.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 537kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ½ cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large mixing bowl, add two pounds lean ground beef, 2 shallots, finely chopped, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. With a wooden spoon or your hands mix to combine all the ingredients.
- Add the beef mixture to the baking dish and press it down.
- Top with 4 ½ cups mashed potatoes, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and ¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and cook for 50 minutes.
- After 50 minutes, remove the aluminum foil and continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven, serve warm, and garnish with 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Don't over-mix the meat or it will be tough.
