Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef (, (85/15))
  • 1/4 yellow onion (, finely chopped )
  • 2/3 cup seasoned dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg (, lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds potatoes (, peeled and cut into 1" chunks)
  • 1/3 cup  unsalted butter
  • 1/2  cup  whole milk
  • 1 teaspoons  kosher salt
  • 1/4  teaspoon  coarse ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits (, cooked and crumbled)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (, shredded )

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, gently combine beef, onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt and pepper then press into a 9x9 baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, then remove and drain any excess fat.
  • While the meatloaf is cooking add potatoes with just enough water to cover to a pot and bring to a boil on high heat. Cook for 15 minutes.
  • Drain the water and add the milk, butter, salt and pepper mashing it all together until creamy.
  • Spread over the meatloaf and top with cheese and bacon.
  • Bake for and additional 15 minutes, until bacon is sizzling and cheese is bubbling and the mashed potatoes are slightly crispy.