Cheesy Layered Meat and Mashed Potato Bake

This layered dish looks like a comforting mashed potato and meat casserole with melted cheese on top. Here’s a recipe inspired by the photo:

For the Meat Layer:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240ml) tomato or marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Mashed Potato Layer:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cheese Topping:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese