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Meatball Casserole with Mashed Potatoes and Mozzarella Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Meatball Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish featuring Italian-style meatballs layered over creamy mashed potatoes, topped with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley. Perfect for a family dinner, this casserole combines classic flavors into a deliciously easy-to-make meal baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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Meatballs:

  • 1 recipe Italian meatballs (see recipe link in Notes)

Mashed Potatoes:

  • 1 recipe mashed potatoes (see recipe link in Notes)

Toppings:

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Components: Prepare the Italian meatballs and mashed potatoes according to the linked recipes provided in the Notes section to ensure best flavor and texture.
  2. Preheat and Assemble: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Spread the prepared mashed potatoes evenly across the bottom of the dish, creating a smooth base layer.
  3. Add Meatballs: Arrange the cooked Italian meatballs uniformly on top of the mashed potatoes layer, ensuring even distribution for consistent heating.
  4. Bake Initial Layer: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, allowing the meatballs and mashed potatoes to heat through thoroughly.
  5. Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meatballs. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a fresh herbal note, and serve warm for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Refer to the linked recipes for Italian meatballs and mashed potatoes to complete this dish.
  • You may substitute shredded mozzarella with other melting cheeses such as provolone or cheddar as preferred.
  • Use a 9×13 inch casserole dish for proper layering and even cooking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

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Find it online: https://primatrecipes.com/meatball-casserole-with-mashed-potatoes-and-mozzarella-recipe/