Loaded Mashed Potato and Meatball Casserole

Loaded Mashed Potato and Meatball Casserole

This comforting Loaded Mashed Potato and Meatball Casserole brings together two family favorites in one irresistible dish. Juicy homemade meatballs baked in savory marinara sauce are nestled on top of creamy, fully loaded mashed potatoes and finished with melty mozzarella. It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 lb ground pork
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (fine, not panko)
• ½ cup onion, finely diced
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Loaded Mashed Potatoes

• 3 cups mashed potatoes (about 5 potatoes if homemade)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Marinara Sauce

• 2 tsp olive oil
• ¼ cup onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 4 fresh basil leaves, minced (or 1 tbsp dried basil)
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp sugar
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp thyme
• ¼ tsp oregano

For the Topping

• 12 slices mozzarella cheese

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