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Ingredients
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- 1 lb. ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- ⅓ cup italian breadcrumbs (37g)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup whole milk (2 fl oz.)
- ½ small onion (finely diced, (¼ cup, 38g)
- 3 tsp worcestershire sauce (divided, (0.5 oz)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ tsp salt (divided)
- ½ tsp black pepper (divided, (freshly cracked)
- ½ cup ketchup (125g)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (13g)
- 1 tsp yellow mustard (5g)
- 1 lb. russet potatoes (peeled and diced, (about 2 potatoes)
- 2 tbsp salted butter (28g)
- ⅓ cup whole milk (2.7 fl oz.)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, (56g)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Gather and prep your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, garlic, 1 tsp Worcestershire, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Mix gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and the remaining 2 tsp Worcestershire and set aside.
- Press the meat mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Brush half of the ketchup mixture evenly on top of the meat. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160° F.
- Meanwhile, place diced potatoes in a medium-sized pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 12–15 minutes until tender. Drain.
- Mash potatoes with butter, milk, ¼ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- After the first bake, brush the remaining ketchup glaze over the meatloaf.
- Spread the mashed potatoes over the cooked meatloaf, then sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake 10-12 more minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. Optional: broil for 1-2 minutes for a lightly browned top.
- Sprinkle green onion slices over the casserole. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For an added flavor boost, consider adding chopped bell peppers to the meat mixture.
Feel free to substitute the ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter version.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg