Potato Meatloaf Comfort (Printable Version)
Melty potatoes, juicy beef, and all the comfort you crave in one super filling dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meatloaf
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0.5 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp dried oregano
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15 ml ketchup
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15 ml Worcestershire sauce
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60 ml whole milk
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1 large egg
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100 g breadcrumbs
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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454 g ground beef
→ Loaded Potatoes
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Additional shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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50 g green onions, chopped
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100 g shredded cheddar cheese
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120 g sour cream
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45 g unsalted butter
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4 large russet potatoes
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Get your oven up to 190°C. In a big bowl, toss in all the meatloaf stuff—beef, chopped onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire, ketchup, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix it up just until it all sticks together. Don't overwork it.
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Pat the mixture into a loaf shape and set it on your baking tray or in a loaf pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes. You want it to hit 71°C in the middle. Take it out and let it chill on the counter for 10 minutes before you slice it.
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While your meatloaf cooks, get your potatoes ready. Give them a good scrub and poke a few holes with a fork. Either bake them in the oven for 45 minutes or zap them in the microwave for about 8–10 minutes. When they're soft, slice each one open and scoop out the fluffy insides. Move the potato filling to another bowl.
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Mash those potato insides with butter, sour cream, a pinch of salt and pepper until nice and creamy. Stir in your cheddar and some green onion.
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Pack the creamy mash back into the empty potato skins. Sprinkle extra cheddar cheese over the tops. Bake them for 5–10 minutes or until the cheese is gooey and golden brown.
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Plate up the hot loaded potatoes next to slices of meatloaf. If you like, add more green onions or a dollop of sour cream right before eating.
# Additional Notes:
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Mixing in a handful of grated zucchini or carrots with the meat will make everything juicier and tastier.
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If you love a little heat, throw some jalapeño pieces or a splash of hot sauce into your potato mix.
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Want to plan ahead? Make the meatloaf mix and potato filling early, then stick them in the fridge until you’re ready to bake.