Potatoes with Meatballs and Cheese
This hearty, family-friendly dish combines tender potatoes, flavorful meatballs, and gooey melted cheese for a comforting, one-pan meal!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Potatoes and Cheese:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Make the Meatballs
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in size.
- Prepare the Potatoes
- Toss the sliced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the potatoes evenly in the greased baking dish.
- Assemble the Dish
- Place the meatballs evenly over the layer of potatoes.
- Pour the heavy cream evenly over the meatballs and potatoes.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through, the potatoes are tender, and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve
- Allow the dish to cool slightly, then serve warm. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Tips:
- Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- For extra flavor, brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking.
- You can use russet or Yukon gold potatoes for the best texture.
This Potatoes with Meatballs and Cheese recipe is the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and savory—sure to please everyone at the table! 🥔🍖🧀