Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meatball and Mashed Potato Bake! Tender, homemade meatballs are nestled in creamy mashed potatoes, all topped with a golden layer of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite. With easy preparation and a delightful blend of flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- While meatballs bake, prepare mashed potatoes by boiling and mashing until creamy.
- Spread half of the mashed potatoes in the baking dish, layer baked meatballs on top, then add remaining mashed potatoes. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dish (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg