Description

Take your comfort food game up a notch with this hearty and flavor-packed Loaded Potato Meatloaf! This meatloaf is everything you love about a loaded baked potato—cheddar cheese, mashed potatoes, green onions, and crispy beef—all wrapped up in one deliciously satisfying dish. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner or special family meal that delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.

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Ingredients

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For the Meatloaf:

1½ lbs ground beef
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup milk
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped

For the Loaded Potato Topping:

2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
½ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 strips cooked beef bacon, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes:

Extra shredded cheese
Additional chopped green onions
Crumbled bacon
Drizzle of sour cream or ranch

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with foil.

Step 2: Mix the Meatloaf Base
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat or it can become dense.

Step 3: Shape and Bake the Meatloaf
Shape the mixture into a loaf in your prepared pan or free-form on a baking sheet.
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Potato Topping
While the meatloaf bakes, prepare mashed potatoes.
Mix with sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, and chopped cooked bacon.
Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5: Add the Topping and Finish Baking
Remove the meatloaf from the oven after 35–40 minutes.
Spread the loaded mashed potato mixture evenly over the top.
Sprinkle with a little more cheese and return to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and meat is cooked through (internal temp of 160°F).

Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with extra green onions, crumbled bacon, or a drizzle of sour cream if desired.
Serve with a crisp side salad or steamed green veggies for balance.

Notes

Use Leftover Mashed Potatoes – Saves time and makes this recipe even easier.
Don’t Overmix the Meat – Gentle mixing keeps the texture tender.
Let It Rest – Resting before slicing helps juices redistribute and hold shape.
Make it Ahead – Assemble in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Add Veggies – Finely grated carrots or zucchini can be mixed into the meatloaf for extra nutrition.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Cuisine: American