Savory Potato & Meat Cake

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Savory Potato & Meat Cake 🥔🍖🧀

The Ultimate Comfort Food That Wows Everyone!

This impressive layered potato and meat cake combines seasoned ground meat, golden potatoes, melted mozzarella, and a creamy sauce for a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining. It’s like a cross between a meatloaf, potato gratin, and casserole!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Unexpectedly elegant – Looks fancy but easy to make
✔ Packed with flavor – Three delicious layers in every bite
✔ Crowd-pleaser – Satisfies both meat and potato lovers
✔ Versatile – Great hot or at room temperature

Ingredients

Meat Layer

  • 2.2 lb (1 kg) ground meat (beef/pork mix)
  • 2 oz (60 g) breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 grated carrot
  • 1 chopped green onion
  • 1 diced red onion
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 tsp each: salt, black pepper, paprika

Potato Layer

  • 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ½ tsp dried garlic

Creamy Topping

  • 3.5 oz (100 g) sour cream
  • 2.8 oz (80 g) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill

Assembly

  • 10.6 oz (300 g) sliced mushrooms
  • 7 oz (200 g) shredded mozzarella
  • 2 sliced tomatoes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat Mixture (10 mins)

  • In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, grated carrot, onions, garlic, and spices
  • Mix thoroughly until well combined

2. Make Potato Layer (15 mins)

  • Thinly slice potatoes (1/8″ thick)
  • Toss with oil, dried garlic, salt, and pepper
  • Pan-fry in batches until golden (not fully cooked)

3. Create Cream Sauce (2 mins)

  • Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, and dill

4. Assemble the Cake (10 mins)

  1. Press meat mixture into greased 9″ springform pan as base layer
  2. Add sautéed mushrooms
  3. Arrange potato slices in concentric circles
  4. Spread cream sauce over potatoes
  5. Top with tomato slices and mozzarella

5. Bake to Perfection (45 mins)

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes
  • Broil 2-3 mins for golden cheese crust
  • Let rest 15 mins before slicing

Pro Tips

🔪 Presentation: Use a springform pan for clean slices
🍄 Flavor boost: Sauté mushrooms with thyme before adding
🌿 Fresh herbs: Substitute basil or parsley for dill
🔥 Spicy version: Add chili flakes to meat mixture

Serving Suggestions

🥗 With crisp green salad
🍞 Crusty bread to soak up juices
🍷 Pair with medium-bodied red wine

Storage

🧊 Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days
🔥 Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for best texture

This stunning Potato & Meat Cake is guaranteed to impress with its beautiful layers and incredible flavor combination. The crispy potato topping contrasts perfectly with the juicy meat layer beneath, while the melted mozzarella brings everything together.

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