Description
Mini comfort bombs made in a muffin tin. Creamy mashed potatoes form a golden crust filled with savory seasoned ground turkey or beef, topped with bubbling melted cheese. These are perfect for weeknight dinners, party trays, or quick meal preps you’ll actually look forward to.
Ingredients
Potato Crust:
3 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or leftover)
1 egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional for texture)
Salt and pepper to taste
Filling:
1 lb ground turkey or beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup tomato sauce or beef broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite blend)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until combined.
Scoop mixture into each muffin cup, pressing it up the sides to form a crust.
In a skillet, cook onion and garlic until soft. Add meat and cook until browned. Stir in sauce and seasonings. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes.
Spoon the meat mixture into each potato cup. Top with shredded cheese.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve warm or store for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 / cup
- Sugar: 2g / cup
- Sodium: 290mg / cup
- Fat: 12g / cup
- Carbohydrates: 12g / cup
- Fiber: 1g / cup
- Protein: 15g / cup