Description
This Cheesy Potato Meatball Casserole is a comforting, hearty, and delicious dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a cozy weeknight meal. It combines tender meatballs with creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes and a savory sauce, all baked to perfection. This casserole is sure to satisfy your cravings for comfort food in the best way possible!
A hearty, cheesy, and satisfying casserole your whole family will love!
Ingredients
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For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
For the casserole:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared ahead of time, creamy and seasoned)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (or tomato sauce)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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For the meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
For the casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, milk, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the mashed potato mixture in an even layer.
- Top the mashed potatoes with the cooked meatballs.
- Spread the remaining mashed potato mixture over the meatballs, covering them completely.
- Drizzle the marinara sauce (or tomato sauce) over the top of the casserole and sprinkle with additional shredded cheese, if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
To serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use store-bought mashed potatoes if you’re in a hurry, but homemade mashed potatoes provide the best flavor.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the mashed potato mixture or marinara sauce.
- If you want to make this casserole ahead of time, you can prepare the meatballs and mashed potatoes, assemble the casserole, and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (of 8)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg