Potato Slices with Meatballs and Cheese (Hearty, Cheesy Baked Dinner)

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Potato Slices with Meatballs and Cheese – The Ultimate Comfort Bake

If you’re looking for a filling, family-friendly dinner that combines tender potatoes, juicy meatballs, and melted cheese, this Potato Slices with Meatballs and Cheese recipe is pure comfort food. It’s layered, baked until golden, and perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

The potatoes turn soft and flavorful, the meatballs stay juicy, and the cheese melts into a bubbly, irresistible topping.

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Ingredients

For the Base

• 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Meatballs

• 1 lb ground beef

• ¼ cup breadcrumbs

• 1 egg

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For Assembly

• 1 cup marinara sauce

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Toss sliced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread evenly in a greased baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Meatballs

4. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

5. Form small meatballs (about 1 inch).

Step 3: Assemble the Dish

6. Arrange meatballs on top of potato slices.

7. Spoon marinara sauce over everything.

8. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.

Step 4: Add Cheese

9. Remove foil.

10. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top.

11. Bake uncovered another 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

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Tips for Perfect Results

• Slice potatoes thin for even cooking.

• Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices.

• Pre-bake potatoes 10 minutes if slices are thick.

• Broil 2–3 minutes at the end for extra browning.