Air Fryer Meatloaf Casserole
Total Time
35 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
6 servings
- 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef
- 1 Tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 2/3 Cup Seasoned Dry Breadcrumbs or Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 Cup Chopped White Onion
- 1/2 Cup Ketchup
- 1 Whole Egg
- 1/2 Cup Milk or Beef Broth
- 2 Pounds Golden Potatoes, Peeled and Cut in 1-inch Cubes
- 5 Tbsp Butter
- 1/2 Cup Milk or Beef Broth
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 Cup Cooked Bacon Bits
- 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Tsp Dried Parsley
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Preparation
Step 1
Potato Mixture
Step 2
If you are using leftover mashed potatoes, skip the potato mixture steps.
Step 3
Put the cut potatoes in a saucepan.
Step 4
Fill the saucepan with water, 2-3 cups to cover the potatoes.
Step 5
Cook on medium heat until the potatoes are softened, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 6
Drain the water.
Step 7
Add the butter and allow to melt.
Step 8
Add the beef broth or milk.
Step 9
Mash the potatoes to the desired texture.
Step 10
Add the onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix this well.
Step 11
Add the cheese and bacon bits, and mix this well.
Step 12
Set aside.
Step 13
Ground Beef Mixture
Step 14
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the ground beef mixture.
Step 15
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
Step 16
Grease, oil or butter, an 8-inch round pan. Make sure it fits in your air fryer basket and set it aside.
Step 17
In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, and pepper. Mix this well.
Step 18
Add the dry breadcrumbs, chopped white onions, and ketchup to the ground beef mixture. Mix this well.
Step 19
Create a well in the ground beef mixture.
Step 20
Add the egg and the milk or broth. Mix well.
Step 21
Add the ground beef mixture to the prepared pan.
Step 22
Use a fork to spread the mixture evenly and press into the pan. The beef will shrink as it cooks, so be sure to compact it well.
Step 23
Air Fry at 350°F for 11-13 minutes, the internal temperature of the beef should be at least 165°F.
Step 24
Topping
Step 25
Once the meat is cooked, remove it carefully from the air fryer and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat.
Step 26
Place back in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes. (Note - If you are not planning to add cheese on top cook for 8 minutes, keeping a close eye on it. If you are going to add cheese, cook for 5 minutes.)
Step 27
Sprinkle shredded cheese 1/2-2/3 cup over the potatoes along with bacon bits.
Step 28
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Step 29
Take the pan carefully out of the air fryer.
Step 30
Sprinkle with additional toppings if preferred.
Step 31
Serve.
Step 32
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