- 2 lbs ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
- ½ tsp black pepper