Potato and Mozzarella Pie

Dive into comfort food heaven with this irresistible Potato and Mozzarella Pie—a golden, cheesy masterpiece that's perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. This Italian-inspired dish features creamy mashed potatoes infused with butter, milk, and a touch of nutmeg, layered with gooey mozzarella cheese and crowned with a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping. Baked to perfection, it boasts a rich, velvety interior and a golden crust that will have everyone asking for seconds. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and simple ingredients like potatoes, mozzarella, and eggs, this versatile pie is an easy yet elegant addition to your recipe collection. Serve it warm as a hearty main course or a decadent side dish, and watch it become an instant favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg Potatoes
• 300 g Mozzarella cheese
• 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 75 g Butter
• 100 ml Whole milk
• 2 Eggs
• 50 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish with olive oil or butter.

Step 2

Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until tender (approximately 15-20 minutes).

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mash until smooth and creamy, then allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, beat the eggs, then stir them into the mashed potatoes until well incorporated.

Step 5

Cut the mozzarella cheese into thin slices or cubes.

Step 6

Begin assembling the pie: Spread half of the mashed potato mixture into the prepared pie dish, then evenly layer the mozzarella slices on top.

Step 7

Spread the remaining mashed potato mixture over the mozzarella to cover it completely and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the surface of the pie.

Step 9

Drizzle the pie with olive oil to help achieve a golden, crispy topping.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 11

Allow the pie to sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy this warm and cheesy delight with a side salad or as a standalone dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2199.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3575.9

Total Fat 169.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 805.6mg	0%
Sodium 6835.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 152.5g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 3084.5mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 8698.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 41.4%