Cheese-filled meat patties with creamy sauce and mashed potatoes

Cheese-filled meat patties with creamy sauce and mashed potatoes are a comforting and hearty dish that brings together rich flavors and creamy textures. This delightful meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The juicy patties filled with melted cheese, smothered in a velvety sauce, served over fluffy mashed potatoes, will surely leave a lasting impression on your guests and your taste buds!

Ingredients

• 800 g gemischtes Hackfleisch (800 g ground beef and pork)
• 2 große Eier (2 large eggs)
• 60 g Semmelbrösel (60 g breadcrumbs)
• 70 g geriebener Käse (Cheddar oder Mozzarella, 70 g grated cheese)
• 1 mittelgroße Zwiebel, fein gewürfelt (1 medium onion, finely diced)
• 2 Knoblauchzehen, gehackt (2 cloves garlic, minced)
• 1 Teelöffel Salz (1 teaspoon salt)
• 1/2 Teelöffel schwarzer Pfeffer (1/2 teaspoon black pepper)
• 1 Teelöffel süßer Paprika (1 teaspoon sweet paprika)
• 1 Teelöffel italienische Kräuter (1 teaspoon Italian herbs)
• 3 Esslöffel Mehl, zum Wenden (3 tablespoons flour, for dredging)
• 2 Esslöffel Butter, zum Braten (2 tablespoons butter, for frying)
• 1 kg Kartoffeln, geschält und gewürfelt (1 kg potatoes, peeled and diced)
• 35 g geschmolzene Butter (35 g melted butter)
• 120 ml warme Milch (120 ml warm milk)
• Salz nach Geschmack (salt to taste)
• 2 Esslöffel Butter, für die Rahmsauce (2 tablespoons butter, for the cream sauce)
• 1 mittelgroße Zwiebel, fein gewürfelt, für die Rahmsauce (1 medium onion, finely diced, for the cream sauce)
• 1-2 Knoblauchzehen, gehackt, für die Rahmsauce (1-2 cloves garlic, minced, for the cream sauce)
• 1 Esslöffel Mehl, für die Rahmsauce (1 tablespoon flour, for the cream sauce)
• 400 ml Schlagsahne (400 ml heavy cream)
• Salz nach Geschmack für die Rahmsauce (salt to taste for the cream sauce)
• Frische Petersilie, zum Garnieren (fresh parsley, for garnish)

Directions

1. Prepare the meat mixture by combining the ground meat, eggs, breadcrumbs, grated cheese, diced onion, and minced garlic in a large bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and Italian herbs, and mix well.
2. Divide the mixture into 6-8 portions and form them into flat patties. Dredge each patty in flour.
3. Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat and fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Once cooked, set aside.
4. Meanwhile, boil the diced potatoes in water until soft. Drain the potatoes, then add melted butter and warm milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
5. For the cream sauce, in the same pan used for the patties, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent. Add the flour and stir for a minute. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
6. Return the patties to the cream sauce and let them simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
7. To serve, plate a generous portion of mashed potatoes, place the cheese-filled meat patties on top, and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Nutrition Info: Approximately 550 calories per serving (varies by portion size)

How to serve

To serve Cheese-filled meat patties with creamy sauce and mashed potatoes, spoon the mashed potatoes generously onto each plate, ensuring a soft bed for the patties. Place the cooked patties on top and ladle the rich creamy sauce over them, allowing it to cascade down. Finish by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness. Pair this dish with a simple side salad for a complete meal.

FAQs

Can I make the patties ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the cheese-filled meat patties in advance and refrigerate them until you’re ready to fry them.

What can I substitute for heavy cream in the sauce?
You can use a mixture of milk and sour cream for a lighter version of the sauce, though the texture will be slightly less creamy.

Can I use other types of cheese?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Gouda, Swiss, or even feta for a unique flavor profile.

Cheese-Filled Meat Patties with Creamy Sauce

These cheese-filled meat patties smothered in a creamy sauce served over fluffy mashed potatoes create a comforting and hearty dish perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Comfort Food, German

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Meat Patties

• 800 g gemischtes Hackfleisch (ground beef and pork)
• 2 large Eier (eggs)
• 60 g Semmelbrösel (breadcrumbs)
• 70 g geriebener Käse (grated cheese) Cheddar or Mozzarella
• 1 medium Zwiebel, fein gewürfelt (onion, finely diced)
• 2 cloves Knoblauchzehen, gehackt (garlic, minced)
• 1 teaspoon Salz (salt)
• 1/2 teaspoon schwarzer Pfeffer (black pepper)
• 1 teaspoon süßer Paprika (sweet paprika)
• 1 teaspoon italienische Kräuter (Italian herbs)
• 3 tablespoons Mehl, zum Wenden (flour, for dredging)
• 2 tablespoons Butter, zum Braten (butter, for frying)

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 1 kg Kartoffeln, geschält und gewürfelt (potatoes, peeled and diced)
• 35 g geschmolzene Butter (melted butter)
• 120 ml warme Milch (warm milk)
• Salz nach Geschmack (salt to taste)

For the Cream Sauce

• 2 tablespoons Butter (butter)
• 1 medium Zwiebel, fein gewürfelt (onion, finely diced)
• 1-2 cloves Knoblauchzehen, gehackt (garlic, minced)
• 1 tablespoon Mehl (flour)
• 400 ml Schlagsahne (heavy cream)
• Salz nach Geschmack für die Rahmsauce (salt to taste for the cream sauce)

For Garnish

• Frische Petersilie (fresh parsley) For garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. Combine the ground meat, eggs, breadcrumbs, grated cheese, diced onion, and minced garlic in a large bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and Italian herbs, and mix well.
2. Divide the mixture into 6-8 portions and form them into flat patties. Dredge each patty in flour.

Cooking the Patties

1. Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat and fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Once cooked, set aside.

Preparing the Mashed Potatoes

1. Boil the diced potatoes in water until soft. Drain the potatoes, then add melted butter and warm milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.

Making the Cream Sauce

1. In the same pan used for the patties, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
2. Add the flour and stir for a minute. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
3. Return the patties to the cream sauce and let them simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.

Serving

1. Plate a generous portion of mashed potatoes, place the cheese-filled meat patties on top, and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can prepare the cheese-filled meat patties in advance and refrigerate them until you're ready to fry them. Substitute heavy cream with a mixture of milk and sour cream for a lighter sauce. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Gouda, Swiss, or even feta for variations.