Description
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Recipes:
Cheesy Meatball Casserole with Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 lb (450g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
4 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Casserole:
1 cup marinara or tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Meatballs:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Form the mixture into meatballs (about 1-2 inches in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
Make the Mashed Potatoes:
While the meatballs are baking, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain.
Mash the potatoes with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in the bottom of a baking dish.
Arrange the baked meatballs over the mashed potatoes.
Spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Bake the Casserole:
Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the casserole for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy this comforting, cheesy dish warm!
Let me know if you’d like tips or variations for this recipe!
