Description
Delicious and hearty Stuffed Potato Stacks featuring layers of tender baked potato slices, seasoned ground beef or turkey, fresh spinach, and a melty blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Perfect as a comforting main dish that combines simple ingredients with flavorful seasoning for a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Meat and Seasoning
- 1/2 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Prepare and Bake Potatoes: Toss the potato slices with melted butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated. Arrange half of the slices on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes until they start to turn golden and become slightly tender.
- Cook Meat Mixture: While potatoes bake, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain any excess fat, then season the meat with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and flavors meld.
- Assemble Potato Stacks: Remove the partially baked potato slices from the oven. Layer each potato slice with a portion of the meat and spinach mixture, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese. Top each stack with another potato slice to create a layered effect.
- Bake Again: Return the assembled potato stacks to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are golden brown on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish the stuffed potato stacks with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm for a hearty and savory meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef for a leaner option.
- Make sure potato slices are uniform in thickness for even cooking.
- Adding garlic powder to the potato seasoning enhances the flavor profile.
- Fresh spinach can be replaced with kale or swiss chard if desired.
- Use a mix of mozzarella and parmesan for both meltiness and flavor depth.
- Ensure you drain excess fat from the meat to avoid greasy stacks.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to retain texture and flavor.
