Potato casserole with minced meat in bacon
4 servings
45 minutes
Potato casserole with minced meat wrapped in bacon is a true symphony of flavors. This recipe embodies the traditions of European cuisine, combining tender mashed potatoes with juicy minced meat enveloped in aromatic bacon. The roots of this dish can be found in family kitchens of Western Europe, where casseroles were valued for their nourishment and versatility. The casserole impresses with its texture: the crispy bacon crust, melted cheese, and soft potatoes create a perfect harmony. Served with a light salad or spicy sauce, it is ideal for cozy dinners and festive gatherings. A wonderful balance of spices enhances the natural flavor of the ingredients, making each serving rich and comforting. This dish is a true gastronomic delight that awakens warmth and enjoyment of home cooking.
1
Chop the onion finely, add half to the meat mixture. Add tomato paste, salt, spices, and mix.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Spices: pinch
- Salt: to taste
- Minced meat: 800 g
2
Take a baking dish and line the bottom with slices of bacon, letting the edges hang over.
- Bacon: 300 g
3
Grate the potatoes on a coarse grater, squeeze out the juice, add the second half of the onion, salt, spices, flour, and mix.
- Potato: 1 kg
- Onion: 2 heads
- Spices: pinch
- Salt: to taste
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
4
One part of the potato should be placed in a dish on the bacon, then sprinkled with grated cheese, followed by laying the minced meat and covering it with potato. After that, wrap the bacon strips to the center and sprinkle with cheese.
- Potato: 1 kg
- Hard cheese: 300 g
- Minced meat: 800 g
- Bacon: 300 g
- Hard cheese: 300 g
5
Bake in the oven for 45–50 minutes at 190 degrees.