Cheesy Potato Meatloaf Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meat mixture

01 - 1 pound of ground beef
02 - 1/2 pound of ground pork
03 - 1 small onion, minced
04 - 1 cup of breadcrumbs
05 - Half a cup of milk
06 - 1 large egg

→ Seasonings

07 - A teaspoon of garlic powder
08 - A tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
09 - Two teaspoons of salt
10 - A teaspoon of black pepper

→ Topping

11 - 2 cups of mashed potatoes
12 - 1 cup of shredded cheddar
13 - 1/2 cup of crisp, crumbled bacon
14 - 1/4 cup of chopped green onions

# Instructions:

01 - Get your oven ready by setting it to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch dish.
02 - Using a big bowl, lightly blend the ground beef, ground pork, onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Be gentle—don't overdo the mixing.
03 - Spread the meat mixture across the prepared pan so it's nice and even.
04 - Smooth out the mashed potatoes on top of the meat layer. Add the shredded cheddar, sprinkle the bacon, and toss on the green onions.
05 - Pop it into the oven for 35-40 minutes. You'll know it's done when the cheese is golden, gooey, and the meat's cooked through. Before serving, let it sit for about 10 minutes.

# Notes:

01 - Let it cool for 10 minutes after baking—it slices easier that way.
02 - Switch it up with different veggies, meats, or cheeses if you'd like.
03 - The better the ingredients, the tastier the dish!