Cheddar-Potato-topped Meatloaf

== Description ==
Beef Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
==Ingredients==
* 1½ pounds ground beef
* ¾ cup chopped onion
* ⅓ cup saltine cracker crumbs
* 1 egg
* 3 tablespoons milk
* 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
* ¾ teaspoon salt
* ¼ teaspoon pepper
=== Cheddar potato topping ===
* 1 package (14 ounces) frozen [mashed [potatoes]]
* 1¾ cups milk
* 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas and carrots
* ¾ teaspoon salt
* ¼ teaspoon pepper
* ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
== Directions ==
# Heat oven to 375°F. 
# Combine meatloaf ingredients in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
# Gently press beef mixture into bottom of 9-inch square baking pan. 
# Bake in 375°F oven 20 to 25 minutes to medium (160°F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show no pink color. Carefully pour off drippings.
# Meanwhile combine topping ingredients, except cheese, in 2-quart microwave-safe dish. 
# Microwave on HIGH 11 to 12 minutes, stirring once.
# Spread topping on meatloaf to edges of pan; sprinkle with cheese. 
# Broil 3 to 4 inches from heat 5 to 7 minutes or until top is lightly browned.
# Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Cut into 6 even pieces.
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Category:Meatloaf Recipes
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Category:Cheddar Recipes
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