Ground Beef and Mozzarella Bake
A hearty and comforting bake that layers seasoned ground beef mixed with creamy mashed potatoes, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella. This easy one-dish meal is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying on the table fast.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 400 g (14 oz) ground beef
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (about 2 medium potatoes, cooked and mashed)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ can (about 200 g / 7 oz) tomato sauce
- 100 g (3.5 oz) sliced mozzarella
- A drizzle of olive oil
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Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water, drain, and mash until smooth.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, mashed potatoes, and chopped onion. Mix until evenly combined.
- 3
Season with salt, pepper, fresh parsley, and oregano. Mix well to distribute the flavors throughout.
- 4
Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Spread the meat mixture evenly across the bottom.
- 5
Pour the tomato sauce over the meat layer, then top with the mozzarella slices, overlapping them slightly.
- 6
Sprinkle with a pinch of extra oregano and bake for 40 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- 7
Rest for 5 minutes before serving hot with white rice and crispy shoestring potatoes.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra depth of flavor, sauté the onion in olive oil before mixing it with the meat. You can also swap mozzarella for provolone or a blend of Italian cheeses for a richer crust.
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