Cheesy Potato Meatloaf (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Meatloaf
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454 g ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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100 g breadcrumbs
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1 large egg
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60 ml whole milk
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15 ml Worcestershire sauce
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15 ml ketchup
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp salt
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0.5 tsp black pepper
→ Loaded Potatoes
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4 large russet potatoes
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45 g unsalted butter
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120 g sour cream
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100 g shredded cheddar cheese
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50 g green onions, chopped
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Extra shredded cheddar for scattering on top
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Put a chunk of that loaf on your plate and drop a loaded potato beside it. Feel free to top it with more green onion or an extra dollop of sour cream if you’re feeling fancy.
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After filling the potato skins, dust more cheddar over them. Let them bake 5 to 10 more minutes until the cheese is all bubbly and golden.
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Mash up the soft potato centers with a slab of butter, big scoop of sour cream, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Fold in your cheddar and a handful of green onions till nice and smooth.
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While the meatloaf bakes, scrub those potatoes, poke a few holes with a fork, and stick them in the oven for 45 minutes or use the microwave for about 8 to 10 minutes till they’re tender. Cut each open, scoop out the fluffy middle, and drop that into another bowl.
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Form your mix into a loaf and set it on a baking tray or in a loaf pan. Slide it in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes, making sure it hits at least 71°C in the center. Let it cool off a good 10 minutes before you slice it up.
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Crank your oven to 190°C. In a big bowl, toss together the beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire, ketchup, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Dive in with your clean hands or a large spoon and just mix until it’s all barely blended.
# Helpful Notes:
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Try tossing in shredded carrots or zucchini if you want the meatloaf to come out moist and full of flavor.
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Craving a bit of spice? Mix in chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce right into the potato mash.
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Get a jump on things by mixing the loaf and potato fillings ahead and keeping them in the fridge till you’re ready to pop them in the oven.