Potato Roll with Minced Meat

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This cheesy potato roll stuffed with savory minced meat is crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and loaded with melted cheese. Perfect for dinner, parties, or comfort food nights.

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 500 g minced meat (beef or mixed)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 200 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Potato Base

  • 4–5 large potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 100 g Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 100 g mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. Prepare the Potato Base

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  3. Arrange thin potato slices overlapping in a rectangle shape.
  4. Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella evenly over the potatoes.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.

2. Make the Meat Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan.
  2. Cook onion and garlic until soft.
  3. Add minced meat and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in:
    • bell pepper
    • tomato paste
    • thyme
    • paprika
    • salt & pepper
  5. Cook for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Add chopped parsley.

3. Assemble the Roll

  1. Remove potato base from oven.
  2. Spread meat filling evenly over the potatoes.
  3. Top with 200 g mozzarella cheese.
  4. Carefully roll it tightly using the parchment paper.

4. Final Bake

  1. Place seam-side down.
  2. Bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese melts and top becomes golden.

Serving Ideas

Serve with:

  • garlic sauce
  • sour cream
  • fresh salad
  • spicy mayo

Tips

  • Slice potatoes very thin for easy rolling.
  • Let cool slightly before slicing.
  • Add mushrooms or jalapeños for extra flavor.

Storage

  • Refrigerate up to 3 days
  • Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture

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