These cheesy baked potato meatballs are a delicious and easy weeknight meal. They’re packed with flavor and perfect for a crowd.
Ingredients:
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Boil the potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes in a pot of boiling salted water. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash thoroughly.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, egg, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Form meatballs: Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Bake: Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Add cheese: Remove the meatballs from the oven and top each one with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Broil: Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, BBQ sauce, or ranch dressing.
Tips and Variations:
- Add some spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the meatball mixture for some extra heat.
- Make it vegetarian: Substitute the ground beef with ground lentils or chickpeas.
- Add veggies: Mix in some chopped spinach or finely diced bell peppers to the meatball mixture.
- Serve with sides: These meatballs are great served with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or a side salad.
Enjoy!