Meatball and potato casserole

Certainly! Here’s a delicious recipe for Meatball and Potato Casserole:

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Casserole:

• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Olive oil for drizzling
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Meatballs:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Meatballs:
   • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape Meatballs:
   • Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake Meatballs:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned on the outside.

For the Casserole:

1. Layer Potatoes:
   • In a greased casserole dish, layer the sliced potatoes.
2. Add Onion and Garlic:
   • Scatter sliced onions and minced garlic over the potatoes.
3. Sprinkle Herbs:
   • Sprinkle dried thyme and rosemary over the potatoes and onions.
4. Season with Salt and Pepper:
   • Season the potato mixture with salt and black pepper.
5. Add Meatballs and Tomatoes:
   • Place the baked meatballs on top of the potato mixture. Add drained diced tomatoes.
6. Pour Tomato Sauce:
   • Pour the tomato sauce over the meatballs and potatoes.
7. Top with Cheese:
   • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire casserole.
8. Drizzle with Olive Oil:
   • Drizzle olive oil over the top to help with browning.
9. Bake:
   • Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
10. Garnish and Serve:
    • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve the Meatball and Potato Casserole hot.

This hearty casserole makes for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Feel free to customize it by adding your favorite herbs or vegetables to suit your taste.