Prepare the basic meat loaf recipe, mix in half of the cheese and shape the mixture into a loaf in an ungreased baking pan 13x9x2 inches. Omit the catsup and bake as directed. Drain off the excess fat.
Prepare the potatoes as directed on the package, stir in the remaining cheese. Spread the potatoes on the sides and top of the meat loaf.
Sprinkle with the crumbled bacon and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the potatoes are lightly browned. Serve hot.
