Chipotle Meat Loaves with Spinach-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

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   Heat oven to 500 degrees F.

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   Chipotle Meat Loaves: In a large bowl, combine tortilla chips, milk, Cotija cheese, cilantro, scallions, and egg.

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   Add ground beef; toss mixture with hands until evenly combined.

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   Shape into 4 tightly packed (5- x 3-inch) oval loaves.

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   Glaze: Mix all ingredients in a small glass measure until blended.

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   Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.

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   Add meat loaves and cook 2 minutes per side, or until nicely browned.

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   Transfer loaves to a broiler pan rack that has been sprayed with cooking spray.

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   Brush loaves with glaze.

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    Place stems of cherry tomatoes around meat loaves; lightly coat with cooking spray.

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    Roast 12 minutes, or until just cooked through and internal temperature registers 155 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.

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    To serve, place a mound of Spinach-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes on each serving plate and top with a meat loaf and roasted tomatoes.

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    Spinach-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes: Heat a 1-pound package refrigerated or frozen mashed potatoes according to package directions.

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    Saute a 5-ounce bag baby spinach in 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet until wilted; stir into hot potatoes with 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese until cheese is melted and incorporated.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.