Baked Meatball & Potato Casserole Recipe

🧆 Baked Meatball & Potato Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef or lamb
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp paprika (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 3–4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced (about ½-inch thick slices)
• 1–2 cups grated mozzarella cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
• 1 cup tomato sauce or bechamel sauce (optional, for added richness)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make the Meatballs:
   In a bowl, combine ground meat, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form medium-sized meatballs.
3. Assemble the Dish:
   In a greased round baking dish:
   • Arrange the meatballs in a circular pattern.
   • Insert potato slices vertically between the meatballs, as shown in the top image.
4. Bake (First Round):
   Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the meat is mostly cooked through.
5. Add Sauce & Cheese:
   • (Optional) Pour tomato or bechamel sauce over the top.
   • Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
6. Bake (Second Round):
   Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown, as in the second image.
7. Serve:
   Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with salad or bread!