Cheeseburger Meatloaf And Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
1 red onion, finely chopped
2/3 cup ketchup
2/3 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1/2 cup bread and butter pickles, chips, chopped
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
2 lbs new potatoes
3/4 cup heavy cream

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400 degrees; lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
In a medium skillet, heat 2 T olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook, stirring until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
In large bowl, combine the ketchup, bread crumbs, eggs and pickles; mix in the onion.
Crumble in the beef, add the cheese and mix together.
Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and shape into a 4-by-12-inch loaf.
Bake until an instant thermometer inserted into the center registers 160 degrees, about 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, halve the potatoes and place them in a large pot with enough salted water to cover by an inch.
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer until tender, 10-15 minutes.
Drain, return to the pot and mash with the cream.
Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve with the mashed potatoes.
Note: Freeze leftovers for up to a month, then reheat in 350 degrees oven.