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To make a great mashed potato meatloaf casserole, you need a few key ingredients. First, the meat is crucial. You can use ground beef or ground turkey. Both work well and add flavor.

Mashed Potato Meatloaf Casserole

Discover the ultimate comfort food with Mashed Potato Meatloaf Casserole! This easy and delicious one-dish meal combines savory meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Follow our step-by-step instructions to whip up this satisfying dish, and explore fun variations to make it your own. Click through for the full recipe and start creating a heartwarming meal that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ lbs ground beef (or turkey)

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 large onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup milk

1 tablespoon butter

Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

      Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a lightly greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.

        Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

          While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the mashed potatoes if they aren’t ready yet. In a saucepan, add the prepared mashed potatoes, milk, and butter, then stir until creamy and smooth.

            After the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, remove it from the oven and carefully spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.

              Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.

                Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

                  Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes.

                    Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 6

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve individual portions on plates, with a drizzle of gravy over the meatloaf and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added color.