assyrian meat and potato casserole - hearty!

7 Pinches
San Jose, CA
Updated on Jan 21, 2017

This is a recipe I have made many times. It is very easy, especially if you have leftover mashed potatoes. It is hearty and satisfying. I originally found it in an Assyrian cookbook, and added my own twist to it. This can also be cut into small squares and served as an appetizer.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Roast
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 pounds boiled and peeled potatoes
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 - eggs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • - salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 to 1 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

How To Make assyrian meat and potato casserole - hearty!

  • Step 1
    Saute meat, onion and garlic together - adding salt and pepper to taste - until done; set aside.
  • Step 2
    Mash the cooked potatoes, add one egg, butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Divide into two equal parts.
  • Step 3
    Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the bread crumbs. Spread one part of the potato mixture over the bread crumbs.Spread the meat mixture on top of the potato layer. Cover the meat with the remaining potato mixture.
  • Step 4
    Mix together the remaining breadcrumbs and the cheese. Sprinkle over top of casserole. Cover, and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

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Ingredient: Beef
Category: Casseroles
Method: Roast

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