Layered Cheesy Mashed Potato and Meat Casserole Recipe

Here’s a Layered Cheesy Mashed Potato and Meat Casserole — hearty, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd 🥔🧀🍖

🥔🧀 Layered Cheesy Mashed Potato & Meat Casserole

Ingredients

Mashed Potato Layer

• 3 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup milk (or cream)
• 4 tbsp butter
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Meat Layer

• 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Optional: 1 cup frozen corn or peas

Cheese Topping

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella
• Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make mashed potatoes
   • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender.
   • Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
   • Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar.
3. Prepare meat layer
   • Brown ground meat in a skillet with onion and garlic.
   • Season with paprika, pepper, and salt.
   • Stir in vegetables if using.
4. Assemble casserole
   • Spread meat mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
   • Spoon mashed potatoes on top and smooth gently.
5. Add cheese
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over potatoes.
6. Bake
   • Bake uncovered 30–35 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted and lightly golden.
7. Rest & serve
   • Let sit 5–10 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Add a layer of gravy over the meat for extra moisture
• Mix in cream cheese or sour cream with potatoes for richness
• Swap beef for sausage or shredded chicken
• Make ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking

If you want, I can turn this into a Shepherd’s Pie–style version, a slow-cooker method, or a freezer-friendly meal prep version.