Description
This Cozy Meatball and Mashed Potato Bake is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for a family dinner. Featuring tender meatballs nestled on a creamy mashed potato base, smothered with savory brown gravy, and topped with melted cheese, this bake combines classic flavors into a simple, oven-baked casserole that’s both filling and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb frozen or homemade meatballs, fully cooked
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (freshly made or leftovers)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce and Topping
- 1½ cups brown gravy (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Chopped parsley or green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Mashed Potatoes: Spread the mashed potatoes evenly at the bottom of the baking dish and season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring a smooth layer as the base.
- Add Meatballs: Arrange the fully cooked meatballs evenly over the mashed potatoes, making sure they are spread out to cover the surface.
- Pour Gravy: Drizzle the brown gravy generously over both the meatballs and mashed potatoes, smoothing it out to cover the entire dish for added moisture and rich flavor.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese evenly over the top, which will melt and form a golden, bubbly crust during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dish is thoroughly heated and the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired, and serve hot to enjoy a warm, cozy meal.
Notes
- You can use leftover mashed potatoes or freshly made for best texture.
- Use your choice of meatballs—beef, turkey, or plant-based alternatives work well.
- Brown gravy can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- For a crispier cheese topping, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
