Traditional Lithuanian Cepelinai

Method

1. Boil potatoes until tender, then mash them with a fork.
2. In a bowl, mix ground meat, chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
3. Take a spoonful of mashed potatoes, flatten into a disk, add a meat patty, and fold into a half-moon shape.
4. Heat oil in a skillet, fry cepelinai until golden, then transfer to a baking dish.
5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.