Indulge in a comforting casserole featuring creamy mashed potatoes, savory ground beef or turkey, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheddar. Infused with the bold flavors of zesty BBQ sauce, rich sour cream, and tangy Worcestershire, this dish delivers a mouthwatering explosion of taste in every bite!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef or turkey
- ½ cup finely chopped white onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- ⅓ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup warm milk or half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 slices thick bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef or turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, beaten egg, cottage cheese, and BBQ sauce until fully combined.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Meanwhile, cook the diced potatoes in a pot of water over medium heat until tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter to the potatoes and mash until smooth. Mix in the sour cream, warm milk or half-and-half, salt, and pepper until creamy and well-blended.
- Once the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, carefully drain any excess grease from the pan.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the cooked meatloaf. Sprinkle the top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
