Meatball and Mashed Potato Bake
Indulge in the warmth of Meatball and Mashed Potato Bake, a hearty dish that combines juicy meatballs nestled in creamy mashed potatoes, all topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting casserole is quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy every bite of this flavor-packed meal that feels like a warm hug from the inside!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 1 inch) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, prepare mashed potatoes by boiling potatoes until fork-tender; mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- In a large baking dish, layer baked meatballs over the mashed potatoes and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Lower oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix herbs or spices into your mashed potatoes. Substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for variations. Incorporate vegetables like peas or corn for extra nutrition.