Stellini Pasta with Butter and Mozzarella Cheese

️ Ultimate Comfort: Layered Meat and Mash Bake
This dish is the perfect marriage of creamy mashed potatoes and savory meat sauce, baked under a blanket of bubbly, melted cheese. It’s hearty, satisfying, and absolute comfort food perfection! Grains & Pasta

Ingredients &
What You’ll Need (The Essentials):
For the Meat Sauce (The Bottom Layer):

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 lb Ground Beef or lamb

1 medium Onion, chopped Cheese

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 (14.5 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes

1/2 cup Beef Broth

1 tsp Dried Oregano

1 tsp Salt & Black Pepper ⚫

For the Mashed Potatoes (The Creamy Layer):

4 large Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), peeled and chopped Dairy & Eggs

1/2 cup Milk (whole milk is best)

4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter

1/2 tsp Salt

The Topping:

1 1/2 cups Shredded Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese

Getting Ready (Quick Prep):
Preheat your oven to 375∘F (190∘C). Fruits & Vegetables

Grease a round or rectangular baking dish (about 8-9 inches round or 8×8 square).

Peel and chop the potatoes . Chop the onion and mince the garlic .

Meat Sauce & Creamy Mash

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