Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese

An aromatic meatloaf with a tender inside and crispy crust is everyone’s favorite. It is one of the classic meals you would prepare for dinner or a special occasion. But you already might be tired of the same old meatloaf recipe. 

How about updating your dinner routine and introducing more flavor to the traditional meatloaf? The mashed potatoes and cheese meatloaf is a delicious meal that will soon become your family favorite. The classic recipe is enhanced with mashed potatoes and a gooey and bubbly cheese layer.

You can serve it with various side dishes to create a hearty meal for your friends and family. Did we mention that the preparation process is pretty simple? Let’s get to the recipe and review the step-by-step instructions.

What makes this recipe so unique?

The creamy mashed potato layer complements the richness of the ground beef. The goya cheesy layer on top melds the flavors, creating a gourmet delicacy for your taste buds. Since it already has mashed potatoes on top, you don’t have to add carbs as a side dish. 

Can I substitute the cheese?

You can add milder or more aromatic cheese to tailor the recipe to your particular taste. We used cheddar as it brings its sharp taste to the combination. Make sure to pick a cheese that melts nicely. 

What to serve it with?

Serve a slice of your cheesy meatloaf with steamed vegetables or a refreshing salad. You want to serve it with a high fiber content to balance the meal. Grilled zucchini and glazed carrots also work fine.

Ingredients:

Meatloaf:

• Olive Oil
• Garlic
• Onion
• Beef (Ground)
• Breadcrumbs
• Tomato Sauce
• Egg
• BBQ sauce
• Frozen Peas
• Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
• Salt And Pepper To Taste

For The Potatoes:

• Butter
• Potatoes
• Heavy Whipping Cream
• Cheddar Cheese
• Salt And Pepper To Taste

How to make Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese:

Step 1. Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. 

Step 2. Add the olive oil in a skillet over medium. Cook the onions until softened. Add garlic and cook for half a minute or until fragrant. 

Step 3. Remove and let this mixture cool down. 

Step 4. When the mixture is cool, add it to a large mixing bowl. Add to taste the ground beef, breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, eggs, frozen peas, parsley, BBQ sauce, and salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined. 

Step 5. Then, form the mixture into a meatloaf. Place it in a greased baking dish for 30 minutes at 400 degrees F. 

Step 6. Cook the potatoes in salt water until tender. Remove and drain. Mash the potatoes together with the butter and heavy whipping cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. 

Step 7. Spread the mashed potatoes over the baked meatloaf. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.

Bake for 15 more minutes so the cheese is nicely melted. Serve and enjoy!

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The creamy mashed potato layer complements the richness of the ground beef. The goya cheesy layer on top melds the flavors, creating a gourmet delicacy for your taste buds. Since it already has mashed potatoes on top, you don’t have to add carbs as a side dish. 

Ingredients

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Meatloaf:

• 1 tbsp. Olive Oil (Minced)
• 3 tsp. Garlic
• 1 Onion (Chopped)
• 1 ½ lb. Beef (Ground)
• ¾ cup Breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup Tomato Sauce
• 1 Large Egg
• ¼ cup BBQ sauce
• ½ cup Frozen Peas
• ¼ cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
• Salt And Pepper To Taste

For The Potatoes:

• 4 tbsp. Butter
• 1 ½ lb. Potatoes Peeled And Cut Into Pieces
• ¼ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
• Salt And Pepper To Taste

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Instructions

1. Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. 
2. Add the olive oil in a skillet over medium. Cook the onions until softened. Add garlic and cook for half a minute or until fragrant. 
3. Remove and let this mixture cool down. 
4. When the mixture is cool, add it to a large mixing bowl. Add to taste the ground beef, breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, eggs, frozen peas, parsley, BBQ sauce, and salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined. 
5. Then, form the mixture into a meatloaf. Place it in a greased baking dish for 30 minutes at 400 degrees F. 
6. Cook the potatoes in salt water until tender. Remove and drain. Mash the potatoes together with the butter and heavy whipping cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. 
7. Spread the mashed potatoes over the baked meatloaf. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Bake for 15 more minutes so the cheese is nicely melted. Serve and enjoy!

• Author: Marie

Marie

Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.