Cheesy Mashed Potato Topped Meatloaf Casserole

Meatloaf Topped with Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Melted Cheddar Cheese – The Ultimate Comfort Layered Dinner

This dish is everything you love about comfort food in one slice—juicy meatloaf on the bottom, creamy mashed potatoes in the middle, and bubbly cheddar cheese on top. It’s hearty, flavorful, and a guaranteed family favorite!

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg
½ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup milk
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Mashed Potatoes:
3–4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tbsp butter
¼ cup milk or cream
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Topping:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the meatloaf: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients until just combined. Press mixture into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan or baking dish. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes.
Make mashed potatoes: While the meatloaf bakes, boil potatoes until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Assemble layers: Once the meatloaf is mostly cooked, remove from oven. Spread mashed potatoes evenly on top of the meatloaf. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
Final bake: Return to oven for 10–15 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly golden. Broil for 2 minutes if you like a crusty cheese top.
Serve: Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Tips
• Add a tablespoon of sour cream to the potatoes for extra creaminess.
• Use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a cheesier bite.
• You can prepare this in a square pan too—great for portioning and freezing.