Meatball and Mashed Potato Bake
A warm, comforting dish that blends juicy meatballs with creamy mashed potatoes, topped with savory gravy and gooey cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup gravy
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix until everything is well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them in a baking dish.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meatballs.
- Pour the gravy over the mashed potatoes.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, and enjoy this comforting dish!
Notes
Consider mixing in cooked veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.