Creamy Potato Meatball Casserole Delicious And Easy
This is one of my favorite recipes with meatballs and potatoes. It’s easy to cook and tastes delicious and the whole family can enjoy it. Everyone literally runs to the table when I tell them that this Potato Meatball Casserole is what’s for dinner! (and trust me on this one – you’re going to be right there with them!)
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The best part about this recipe is that it’s like you’re eating a bowl full of comfort food. It’s hearty and delicious while still being creamy and flavorful. It’s literally like a warm hug in a bowl!
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What Is Meatball Potato Casserole?
This dish is a combination of two classic comfort foods: meatballs and potatoes. The meatballs are usually made with ground beef, but you could also use ground turkey or pork.
They’re baked in a flavorsome sauce, then topped with delicious cheese. What’s not to love!
Ingredients Needed To Make Potatoes and Meatballs
- 3 Potatoes
- 300 g of Ground beef
- 1 White onion
- 1/2 tsp of dill
- 1/2 tsp of Paprika
- 1/8 tsp of Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp of Salt
- 1/2 tsp of Pepper
- 1/2 cup of Mozzarella
- 5 T of Butter
- 1 T of Flour
- 4 cups of Milk
How To Make Potato Meatball Casserole
Prepare all ingredients.
Mix ground beef with chopped onion and spices.
Made small meatballs.
Boil potatoes until half cooked. Clean and slices.
Put the potato in a heat-resistant form, and add meatballs.
With the remaining potatoes create partitions between the meatballs.
Melt the butter in a saucepan, add flour and fry lightly.
Pour in hot milk, bring to a boil, and mix.
Pour sauce over meatballs.
Add grated cheese. Cook in the oven at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes
Serve.
Best Time To Eat Potato Meatball Casserole?
This dish is best served as a comforting side or main dish on cold winter nights. It will warm you right up and keep you satisfied for hours. You can also serve it as part of a larger meal, like a Sunday family dinner or holiday feast.
How Do You Make A Meatball That Doesn’t Fall Apart?
There are a few key steps that you can take when making meatballs to help ensure that they don’t fall apart.
First, it is important to mix the ingredients gently, so as not to overwork the meat and make it tough or dry.
You should also be sure to use ground meat that is of high quality and has a high-fat content, as this will also help to keep the meatballs moist and prevent them from falling apart.
Finally, it is important to cook the meatballs gently over low heat so that they have a chance to slowly cook through and develop a nice crust on the outside. This will help to lock in all of the juices and flavors and prevent the
Side dishes for meatballs
Most people love eating potatoes with their meals, but when it comes to making sides for meatballs many people give up because they think that there aren’t that many dishes to choose from.
However, we have decided to provide you with a few options to serve up with this delicious meatball potato casserole:
Gourmet Carrots – By tossing some cooked carrots with brown sugar, butter, and salt you can create a simple but sophisticated side dish that perfectly complements the meatball casserole.
Roasted vegetables – Another great option for a side dish are roasted vegetables. You can roast almost any kind of vegetable, but we recommend using carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts.
Side Salad – A side salad is always a great option, especially if you are looking for something healthy to balance out the casserole. You can use any type of salad greens that you like, but we recommend using arugula or spinach. You may also want to try a broccoli salad recipe.
Garlic Bread – Garlic bread is always a delicious option, and it goes great with this casserole. Simply slice up a loaf of French bread and top it with some softened butter and minced garlic. Then place it in the oven to toast until golden brown and crispy. Check out this Garlic and Parmesan Monkey bread recipe!
Potato Meatball Casserole
This simple casserole recipe is one of the best ways to make casserole.
Ingredients
- 3 Potatoes
- 300 g of Ground beef
- 1 White onion
- 1/2 tsp of dill
- 1/2 tsp of Paprika
- 1/8 tsp of Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp of Salt
- 1/2 tsp of Pepper
- 1/2 cup of Mozzarella
- 5 T of Butter
- 1 T of Flour
- 4 cups of Milk
Instructions
Prepare all ingredients.
Mix ground beef with chopped onion and spices.
Made small meatballs.
Boil potatoes until half cooked. Clean and slices.
Put potato in a heat-resistant form, add meatballs.
From the remaining potatoes create partitions between the meatballs.
Melt the butter in a saucepan, add flour and fry lightly.
Pour in hot milk, bring to a boil, and mix.
Pour sauce over meatballs.
Add grated cheese. Cook in the oven at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes
Serve.