Pastel de Papa (Argentinian Shepherd's Pie)

Name: Pastel de Papa (Argentinian Shepherd's Pie)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed; 4 tbsp butter, divided; 1/4 cup milk; 1 lb ground beef; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 carrot, grated; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1/2 cup beef broth; 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Pastel de Papa (Argentinian Shepherd's Pie)

A hearty baked casserole of seasoned meat topped with creamy mashed potatoes just like abuela used to make.

Prep 20 minCook 40 minTotal 60 min520 calCuisine: Argentinian, Latin American

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Ingredients

2 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter, divided
0.25 cup milk
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
0.5 cup frozen peas
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp tomato paste
0.5 cup beef broth
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Steps

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain, mash with 2 tbsp butter and milk until smooth. Set aside.
Heat remaining 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent.
Add garlic, grated carrot, and ground beef. Cook until beef is browned.
Stir in paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato paste.
Pour in beef broth and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in peas.
Spread meat mixture in a baking dish. Top evenly with mashed potatoes.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes until top is lightly golden and edges are bubbly.
Sprinkle parsley before serving, if desired.