Description
French Baked Potato Meatball Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining fluffy potatoes, savory meatballs, and a rich cheese topping. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, turning meal times into cherished memories. With its delightful aroma and hearty flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes), then drain and mash with milk until creamy.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and herbs until just combined.
- Form meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until browned.
- Gently fold meatballs into mashed potatoes and transfer to the greased baking dish. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg