A meatloaf mixture is pressed into a baking pan and topped with mashed potatoes and sprinkled with cheddar cheese.

Meat Loaf Potato Pie

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 large egg
1 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sage
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups mashed potatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1. Mix together ground beef, dry bread crumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, salt, dry mustard, pepper, sage, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Spread into an ungreased 9-inch baking pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 50 minutes; drain.
3. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the meat in the pan and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 2 to 4 minutes.

Makes 8 servings.