Pastel De Carne Y Papa (uruguayan Beef And Potato Casserole)
This traditional Uruguayan dish, Pastel de Carne y Papa, is a comforting and hearty beef and potato casserole that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Layers of seasoned ground beef and creamy mashed potatoes come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Place the diced potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the milk, butter, and Parmesan cheese to the pot with the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread half of the mashed potatoes in the bottom of a greased baking dish. Top with the beef mixture, then the remaining mashed potatoes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Baking dish Skillet Pot
Tools
Oven Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pastel de Carne y Papa with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, you can add a layer of sliced hard-boiled eggs on top of the beef mixture before adding the mashed potatoes.
Cost
$15