Potato Meatloaf Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ pounds of lean ground beef or turkey.
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½ cup finely chopped white onion.
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1 tablespoon minced garlic.
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1 cup seasoned bread crumbs.
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
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1 large egg, lightly beaten.
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⅓ cup cottage cheese.
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½ cup BBQ sauce.
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2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced.
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½ cup unsalted butter.
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½ cup sour cream.
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½ cup warm milk or half-and-half.
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1 teaspoon kosher salt.
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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6 slices thick bacon, cooked and crumbled.
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, egg, cottage cheese, and BBQ sauce. Spread evenly in the prepared pan.
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Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
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While the meatloaf is baking, boil the diced potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
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Add butter to the potatoes and mash until smooth. Mix in sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
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Remove the meatloaf from the oven, drain any grease, and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meatloaf.
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Top with cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
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Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Adjust the creaminess of mashed potatoes with extra milk or sour cream if desired.
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Ensure the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before topping with mashed potatoes.