Description
This Hearty Beef Meatball & Mashed Potato Bake combines the best of homemade beef meatballs and creamy mashed potatoes into one comforting dish. It’s a complete meal that promises satisfaction and smiles around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- Ground Beef
- Plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Finely minced yellow onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Fresh oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- Whole milk or half-and-half
- Unsalted butter
- Marinara sauce
- Beef broth
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, finely minced onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, fresh oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix just until combined.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon or two of the mixture for each meatball and roll them gently between your palms to form uniform balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides until they have a lovely crust, then transfer them to a plate and set aside.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot over low heat for a minute or two to evaporate any remaining moisture. Remove from heat.
- Add the butter, warm milk (or cream), salt, and pepper to the pot. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning as needed. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour about half of the marinara sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange the browned meatballs evenly over the sauce layer.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are mostly covered in sauce.
- Spoon the mashed potatoes over the saucy meatballs, spreading to create an even layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Let the bake rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Don't overmix your meatballs to keep them tender. Browning them first adds flavor, and warm dairy is essential for creamy mashed potatoes. Feel free to customize your cheese or add veggies for extra nutrition.