Meatball Mashed Potato Bake
A hearty comfort food casserole combining tender meatballs, creamy mashed potatoes, savory brown gravy, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen or homemade meatballs cooked
- 4 cups mashed potatoes fresh or leftover
- 1 cup brown gravy homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Arrange cooked meatballs evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, spacing them about an inch apart.
- Pour brown gravy evenly over the meatballs, ensuring each meatball is coated.
- Dollop mashed potatoes over the gravy-covered meatballs. Use a spatula to spread evenly, creating gentle peaks and valleys.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the potato layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese melts and begins bubbling, with edges lightly browning.
- Optional: Switch to broil for final 2-3 minutes for golden-brown cheese top.
- Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set properly.
Notes
Leftover mashed potatoes work perfectly for this recipe
Any type of meatballs can be used (beef, turkey, chicken, or vegetarian)
Can substitute mushroom gravy for brown gravy
Dish can be assembled 24 hours in advance and refrigerated
Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen
Add frozen peas or corn between layers for extra vegetables
Any type of meatballs can be used (beef, turkey, chicken, or vegetarian)
Can substitute mushroom gravy for brown gravy
Dish can be assembled 24 hours in advance and refrigerated
Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen
Add frozen peas or corn between layers for extra vegetables