Looking for the perfect comfort food recipe? This Loaded Mashed Potato and Meatball Casserole is packed with creamy mashed potatoes, juicy meatballs, melted cheese, and crispy bacon—all baked to perfection. Whether it’s a family dinner, potluck, or a cozy night in, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy!
✔️ Easy 40-Minute Recipe | ✔️ Family Favorite | ✔️ Perfect for Meal Prep
🛒 Ingredients – What You’ll Need
🥔 For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk 🥛
- ¼ cup unsalted butter 🧈
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
🍖 For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef 🥩
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg 🥚
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
- Salt and pepper to taste
🧀 For the Casserole:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon 🥓
- ¼ cup chopped green onions 🌿
- ¼ cup melted butter (for drizzling) 🧈
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Boil the Potatoes
🔥 Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
🥔 Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
🥄 Drain, then mash with milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper until creamy.
2️⃣ Make the Meatballs
🍖 In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
🍽️ Form into small 1-inch meatballs.
🔥 Brown meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until fully cooked.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
🥘 Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread mashed potatoes evenly.
🥄 Place meatballs on top.
🧀 Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions.
🧈 Drizzle with melted butter for extra flavor.
4️⃣ Bake & Serve
🔥 Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
⏳ Let cool slightly before serving. Scoop, enjoy, and savor every bite!
⌛ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Calories: ~550 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6
