Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole
A hearty one-pan meal featuring a juicy meatloaf center, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Flavorful, comforting, and perfect for families.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish
- Combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the center of the baking dish
- Arrange potato slices around the meatloaf in overlapping layers
- Season potatoes with additional salt and pepper
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the meatloaf and potatoes, and bake uncovered for 15 minutes
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving
Notes
Optional: Use a non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce if avoiding alcohol
Potato slices should be thin for even baking
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for cleaner slices
Potato slices should be thin for even baking
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for cleaner slices