Baked potato nests stuffed with minced meat and cheese

Stuffed Mashed Potato Rings with Ground Beef and Cheese

Ingredients:

For the mashed potato base:

• 5 medium potatoes, peeled and boiled
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 egg (optional, for binding)

For the filling:

• 300g (about 10 oz) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste or sauce
• Salt, pepper, and paprika, to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

Topping:

• Grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• Extra fresh dill for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Prepare Mashed Potatoes:
   • Mash the boiled potatoes with butter, milk, salt, pepper, and chopped dill.
   • Mix in the egg if using (helps hold the shape better).
2. Shape Potato Rings:
   • On a baking tray lined with parchment paper, form ring-shaped nests using the mashed potatoes. Leave a hollow center for the filling.
3. Make the Beef Filling:
   • In a pan, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft.
   • Add ground beef and cook until browned.
   • Stir in the bell peppers, tomato paste, and spices. Cook for another 5–7 minutes until everything is well mixed and cooked.
4. Assemble:
   • Fill the potato nests with the beef mixture.
   • Top each with grated cheese.
5. Bake:
   • Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).
   • Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh dill and serve hot!