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Mashed Potato Stuffed Meatballs in a Mushroom Gravy

Prep Time: 8 hours
Cook Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 18 Meatballs
Mashed Potato Stuffed Meatballs in Mushroom Gravy is the ultimate comfort food recipe, combining tender meatballs filled with creamy mashed potatoes and smothered in a rich, savory mushroom gravy. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this hearty dish brings together classic flavors in a unique and satisfying way. The juicy meatballs, paired with the classic mushroom gravy, they are easy to prepare and can be served over a baked potato, rice, pasta, or on their own for a meal that's sure to impress. Ideal for cold-weather nights, this recipe is a delicious twist on traditional meatball dishes. My recipe for mashed potatoes is here in my Mashed Potato and Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs
Made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and caramelized onions, the meatballs are easy to prepare, while the mashed potato filling adds a delightful surprise in every bite. The mushroom gravy, made with fresh mushrooms, garlic, and a splash of cream or broth, ties the whole dish together with a luxurious finish.
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Ingredients

Meatball Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ onion caramelized
  • ½ tbsp ground mustard
  • 1 cup toasted panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 18 mashed potato pucks frozen

Mushroom Gravy Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 8 oz fresh mushrooms chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the Meatballs

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a bowl combine ground beef, caramelized onions, ground mustard, breadcrumbs, eggs, and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Take a scoop of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.
  • Take one of the frozen mashed potato pucks and place it in the center of the meat mixture.
  • Wrap the meat mixture around the frozen mashed potatoes, making sure that the mashed potatoes are completely covered.
  • Place the meatballs on a foil-lined and greased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 23 mins and serve warm

For the Mushroom Gravy

  • Melt the butter and olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat
  • Add the shallots and cook until softened - about 2-4 mins
  • Add the mushrooms and cook until they have some brown color - about 6-8 mins
  • Add the garlic and saute for another 1-2 mins
  • Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms making sure there are no lumps and the mushrooms are evenly coated. Cook for 2 mins to remove the raw flour taste
  • Gradually whisk in the beef broth
  • Add in the Worcestershire sauce to the thickened sauce
  • Finish the sauce with the heavy cream.
  • Keep warm until ready to serve over the meatballs