Dinner

Baked Potato with Cheesy Mince Recipe

ByBen Miller November 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Introduction

This baked potato with cheesy mince is a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week. Tender minced lamb simmered with vegetables and rich seasonings pairs beautifully with a fluffy baked potato and melted cheddar. It’s a simple dish that feels hearty and satisfying.

A white plate holds a baked potato split open with a rough, golden-brown skin. Inside the potato, there is a thick layer of cooked ground meat mixed with small orange cubes of carrot, piled high and slightly spilling onto the plate. On top of the meat, there is a light layer of melted shredded cheese that looks soft and creamy. Next to the potato, a silver fork rests on the plate with some stray bits of meat and cheese nearby. The background is a white marbled texture photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 finely chopped onion
1 crushed garlic clove
1 carrot, finely diced
1 celery stick, finely diced
450g minced lamb
2 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
300ml beef stock
2 tsp cornflour
2 tsp water
Baked potato, to serve
Grated cheddar, to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry the onion, garlic, diced carrot, and celery for 6-8 minutes until softened.
Step 2: Add the minced lamb to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until browned all over.
Step 3: Stir in the sun-dried tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, mixing well to combine.
Step 4: Pour in the beef stock, cover the pan, and simmer gently for 35-40 minutes until the meat is very tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Mix the cornflour with cold water until smooth, then stir this mixture into the pan. Cook for 1 more minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Serve the cheesy mince over warm baked potatoes and top generously with grated cheddar to melt.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried herbs such as thyme or rosemary during the simmering stage.
You can substitute minced lamb with minced beef or turkey if preferred.
Try topping with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chives for added freshness.
Cook the baked potatoes in advance and reheat them in the oven for a crispy skin.

Storage

Store any leftover cheesy mince in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave until warmed through. Baked potatoes are best eaten fresh but can be kept in the fridge for 1-2 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.

How to Serve

A baked potato with a browned, crispy skin is cut open with its edges slightly peeled back, placed on a white plate. The potato is filled with a rich, dark brown ground meat sauce mixed with small orange carrot pieces, spilling over the sides and onto the plate. On top, there is a small sprinkle of melted pale yellow cheese. A silver fork rests on the right side of the plate, and the background shows a white marbled surface beneath a green and white striped cloth. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of minced meat for this recipe?

Yes, you can easily substitute lamb with minced beef, turkey, or chicken depending on your preference. The cooking times remain the same.

How do I make the sauce thicker if it’s too runny?

If the sauce is too thin, mix an additional teaspoon of cornflour with cold water and stir it into the simmering sauce. Cook for another minute until it thickens.