Potato and Minced Meat Roll: A Neighborhood Envy

Get ready to wow everyone at the dinner table with this simple yet incredibly tasty Potato and Minced Meat Roll. It’s the perfect dish to make if you’ve got some potatoes and meat lying around. Trust us, this dish will disappear as soon as it hits the table!

What You Need:

For the Potato Base:

• 3 large potatoes (about 900 grams)
• 300 grams of cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (about 20 ml)
• 4 grams of salt

For the Meat Filling:

• 500 grams of ground beef
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (about 20 ml)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 green peppers, diced
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato sauce (about 25 grams)
• 1 teaspoon tomato paste (about 20 grams)
• A dash each of paprika, black pepper, cumin, thyme, and salt to taste
• 3-4 sprigs of parsley, chopped

Let’s Make It:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
   • Start by peeling and grating the potatoes. Squeeze out any excess water.
   • Mix the grated potatoes with salt and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Spread this mixture onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, creating a thin, even layer.
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (about 400°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden.
2. Cook the Meat Filling:
   • While the potatoes are baking, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan. Add the chopped onion, green and red peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté until they start to soften.
   • Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until it’s no longer pink.
   • Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, and your chosen spices. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is well combined. Finish by stirring in the chopped parsley.
3. Assemble the Roll:
   • Once the potato base is golden, remove it from the oven. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the hot potato layer. Then, evenly spread the meat filling on top.
   • Carefully roll up the potato layer from one end to the other, making sure the filling stays inside.
4. Bake Again:
   • Place the roll back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese inside has melted and the roll is firm.
5. Serve:
   • Let the roll cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a dinner that’s sure to make your neighbors jealous!

This Potato and Minced Meat Roll combines the comforting flavors of potatoes and cheese with a savory meat filling, all rolled up into one delicious dish. It’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!