Irresistible Cheesy Layer Italian Potato And Meat Bake Delight
A rich and hearty Italian-style bake with layers of creamy potatoes, seasoned meat, and gooey cheese—pure comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Potato Layer:
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick)
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
For the Meat Layer:
1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Cheese Layer:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Topping:
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Extra cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
Prepare the potato layer: Mix heavy cream with garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Layer half of the potatoes in the dish, pour over half of the cream mixture. Repeat with remaining potatoes and cream.
Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion with ground beef or sausage. Add oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook until browned.
Assemble: Spread cooked meat over potatoes. Add shredded mozzarella, then Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Rest: Let the dish sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra cheese, if desired.
Notes
For best results, slice potatoes evenly.
Swap cheeses like provolone or fontina for a custom flavor twist.
Use half beef, half sausage for added depth.
