Haystacks with minced meat, potatoes and cheese
3 servings
70 minutes
Stacks with minced meat, potatoes, and cheese are a cozy, homemade dish of Russian cuisine infused with the warmth of traditions. Their name is associated with haystacks, emphasizing the simplicity and rustic character of the dish. Tender minced meat enriched with the aroma of onions and spices serves as the base, while a potato topping soaked in cheese and garlic adds lightness and browning. Mayonnaise provides extra juiciness, and baking transforms them into a crispy masterpiece. This dish is perfect for a family dinner, creating an atmosphere of comfort and hospitality. Stacks can be served with herbs, fresh vegetables or a light sauce to enhance their rich flavor. Their texture is both tender and deliciously crispy, while the aroma evokes associations with homemade pies and casseroles reminiscent of Russian culinary traditions.
1
Grate the onion. Soak the bread in milk, then squeeze it a little and add it with the onion to the minced meat. Salt, pepper, and knead well.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Milk: 100 ml
- Sliced loaf: 2 pieces
- Ground meat: 400 g
- Salt: to taste
- Spices: to taste
2
Meanwhile, turn on the oven and preheat to 180 degrees.
3
Peel the potatoes, grate them on a fine grater, squeeze out the juice, and place in a plate.
- Potato: 3 pieces
4
Grate the cheese and garlic, add them to the potatoes. Also, add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and mix everything well.
- Cheese: 150 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
5
Place small patties made of minced meat in a greased form, add a potato-cheese mixture on top, and bake in the oven at 180–200 degrees for 30–45 minutes.
- Ground meat: 400 g
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Cheese: 150 g