Meatballs with Potatoes & Cheese

Meatballs with Potatoes & Cheese

Introduction

There’s nothing quite as comforting as a dish that combines juicy, flavorful meatballs with tender potatoes and melted, gooey cheese. This Meatballs with Potatoes & Cheese recipe is a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal that’s perfect for family dinners, casual weeknights, or even a special gathering. The meatballs are seasoned just right, the potatoes soak up the savory juices, and the cheese on top creates a warm, melty finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. It’s hearty, satisfying, and full of homestyle goodness.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or mix of beef and pork)
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (50 g / 1.75 oz)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (25 g / 0.9 oz)
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (6 g / 0.2 oz)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Potatoes & Cheese

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (600 g / 1.3 lb)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (150 g / 5.3 oz)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Optional Sauce

• 1 cup tomato sauce (240 ml) or beef gravy (240 ml)

Directions