LAYER CAKE MEAT LOAF

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If the kids are always asking to eat dessert first, here's your chance. The moist "cake" layers are really full-flavored meat loaves "frosted" with instant mashed potatoes. Ketchup and mustard "icing" help complete the look.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice
1 cup chopped green pepper
2/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
MASHED POTATOES:
4-2/3 cups water
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
7 tablespoons butter, cubed
1-3/4 teaspoons salt
4-2/3 cups mashed potato flakes
Ketchup and mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into two ungreased 9-in. square baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°; drain. Let stand for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring the water, milk, butter and salt to a boil. Stir in potato flakes. Remove from the heat. , Invert one meat loaf onto a serving platter; invert the second loaf onto a cutting board. Spread 1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes over loaf on the platter. Carefully slide second loaf onto the potatoes., Spread 3-1/2 cups mashed potatoes over top and sides. Spoon remaining mashed potatoes into a pastry bag with open star tip #195. Pipe a shell border around bottom and top edges. Place ketchup and mustard in separate resealable plastic bags; cut a small hole in a corner of each bag. Pipe onto potato border.

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jay birb
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This meatloaf was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


BD Online Zone
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The meatloaf was a bit bland, but the mashed potatoes and gravy were delicious. I would add more seasoning to the meatloaf next time.


Margie Hernandez
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This meatloaf was easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Adeeb 1937
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This meatloaf was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The mashed potatoes and gravy were the perfect complements.


Bacha Khan
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The mashed potatoes and gravy were especially tasty.


A Star
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This meatloaf was a bit dry, but the mashed potatoes and gravy were delicious.


mr sankar bd
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always a hit with my family. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Junika Rajbanshi
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This meatloaf was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


Jan Baloch
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I made this meatloaf for my husband's birthday dinner and he loved it! He said it was the best meatloaf he's ever had.


ibrar shaikh
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This meatloaf was easy to make and it turned out great! I especially liked the crispy bacon on top.


Annet Amara
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The meatloaf was good, but the mashed potatoes were a bit bland. I would add more seasoning next time.


Mohsin sheikh Mohsin Sheikh
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This meatloaf was a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more moisture next time, perhaps by using a different type of ground meat or adding some vegetables.


Shofikul Rahman
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The meatloaf was moist and flavorful, and the mashed potatoes and gravy were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Hazzy Pie
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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. My family loves it!


Rai Sab
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I made this meatloaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal was very flavorful, and the mashed potatoes and gravy were creamy and delicious.


Chad Bogue
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This meatloaf was a hit with my family! It was moist and flavorful, and the mashed potatoes and gravy were the perfect complements. I will definitely be making this again.