{"id":3172,"date":"2026-04-06T14:51:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T14:51:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=3172"},"modified":"2026-04-06T14:51:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T14:51:54","slug":"cheesy-meatloaf-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/06\/cheesy-meatloaf-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a0Cheesy Meatloaf Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0Cheesy Meatloaf Casserole<\/h1>\n<p>A family-friendly, comforting dish with juicy meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for dinner and guaranteed to be a hit!<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Meatloaf:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 lbs (900 g) ground beef<\/li>\n<li>1 cup breadcrumbs<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup milk<\/li>\n<li>1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon dried thyme<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup ketchup<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons brown sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Mashed Potatoes:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and chopped<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup milk<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup butter<\/li>\n<li>Salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Topping:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1\u00bd cups shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n<li>Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>\u00a0Preheat the oven<\/h3>\n<p>Set your oven to 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C).<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Prepare the meatloaf mixture<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs (soaked in milk), chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.<\/li>\n<li>Mix gently until everything is evenly incorporated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Shape and bake the meatloaf<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Transfer the mixture to a greased 9&#215;13-inch baking dish. Shape it evenly into a loaf.<\/li>\n<li>In a small bowl, mix ketchup and brown sugar, then spread it over the top of the meatloaf.<\/li>\n<li>Bake for 50\u201360 minutes until the meat is fully cooked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Prepare the mashed potatoes<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Boil potatoes in salted water until soft (about 15\u201320 minutes).<\/li>\n<li>Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and black pepper until creamy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Assemble the casserole<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Once the meatloaf is cooked, spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the potatoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Final bake<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Return the casserole to the oven and bake for another 10\u201315 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Serve<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.<\/li>\n<li>Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite side salad or vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tips &amp; Variations<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Add cooked bacon bits for extra flavor.<\/li>\n<li>Swap cheddar with mozzarella or a cheese blend for a different taste.<\/li>\n<li>You can prepare the meatloaf a day ahead and refrigerate, then bake before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Cheesy Meatloaf Casserole A family-friendly, comforting dish with juicy meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. 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