Recipe for Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole
ingredients are:

1. One pound of ground beef (or ground beef and pork mixture)
2. One cup of bread crumbs
3. Half a cup of milk
4. Half a cup of finely chopped onion
5. Two minced garlic cloves
6. One huge egg
7. One tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
8. One teaspoon of salt
9. Half a teaspoon of black pepper
10. Half a teaspoon of optional smoked paprika
11. Half a cup of barbecue sauce (plus more for garnish)

Regarding the Potato Layer:

1. Four to five medium russet potatoes, carefully sliced and peeled
2. One cup of milk or heavy cream
3. Half a cup of shredded cheddar cheese, with extra for garnish
4. To taste, add salt and pepper.
5. One teaspoon of powdered garlic
6. One teaspoon of powdered onion

Directions

Warm up the oven:

• Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F).

Get the meatloaf ready:

• The ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika (if used), and half a cup barbecue sauce should all be combined in a big bowl. Don’t overmix; simply mix until incorporated.

Form the mixture into a loaf and put it in the middle of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish that has been oiled.

Get the potato layer ready:

• Combine the heavy cream, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese in a separate bowl.
• In the baking dish, arrange the sliced potatoes over and around the meatloaf. Coat the potatoes thoroughly by pouring the cheese and cream mixture over them.

Include the toppings:

• Sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top of the meatloaf and potatoes, and brush the top of the meatloaf with more barbecue sauce.

Bake:

• Bake the dish for approximately one hour after covering it with aluminum foil. Take off the foil and continue baking for another 20 to 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and the meatloaf is cooked through (internal temperature should hit 160°F or 70°C).

Chill and serve:

• Before cutting the meatloaf into slices, let the casserole cool for ten minutes or so. Warm up and savor your filling dinner!

Advice

• Vegetable Add-ins: For added taste and nutrition, feel free to incorporate veggies such as corn, peas, or bell peppers into the meatloaf recipe.
• Make Ahead: The meatloaf mixture and potato layering can be done ahead of time. Simply keep it covered and chilled until you’re ready to bake.
• Storage: You may keep leftovers in the fridge for up to three days if you store them in an airtight container. Before serving, reheat in the microwave or oven.

The best of meatloaf and creamy potatoes come together in this delightful one-pan dinner, Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole. Have fun!