Ingredients:
Meat:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Thick-cut bacon (cooked and crumbled) | 6 slices |
| Ground beef or turkey (lean) | 1 1/2 lbs |
Produce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Minced garlic | 1 tablespoon |
| Potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced) | 2 lbs |
| Diced white onion | 1/2 cup |
Refrigerated:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Egg | 1 large |
Condiments:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Barbecue sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tablespoon |
Baking & Spices:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground black pepper | 1 teaspoon |
| Kosher salt | 1 teaspoon |
Bread & Baked Goods:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Seasoned bread crumbs | 1 cup |
Dairy:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter | 1/2 cup |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Cottage cheese | 1/3 cup |
| Milk or half-and-half | 1/2 cup |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare potatoes: Cook potatoes in salted boiling water for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Cook meatloaf mixture: Combine ground beef or turkey, garlic, onion, egg, bread crumbs, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble casserole: Spread meatloaf mixture in the prepared baking dish. Top with potatoes and crumbled bacon.
- Prepare cheese sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk or half-and-half until smooth. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and cottage cheese until melted.
- Bake: Pour cheese sauce over casserole. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sour cream and chopped chives or green onions.
