French Hachis Parmentier (Shepherd's Pie with Ground Meat)

Name: French Hachis Parmentier (Shepherd's Pie with Ground Meat)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1000 g Potatoes; 600 g Ground beef; 1 pc Onion; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 pc Carrot; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 250 ml Beef broth; 100 ml Dry red wine (optional); 100 ml Milk; 50 g Butter; 50 g Grated cheese (e.g., Gruyère or Emmental); null to taste Salt; null to taste Freshly ground black pepper; 1 tsp Dried thyme; 1 leaf Bay leaf; null pinch Grated nutmeg

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 30m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Hachis Parmentier is a classic French comfort food, often considered the French equivalent of the British Shepherd's Pie. It features a delicious, seasoned ground meat ragu hidden beneath a creamy layer of mashed potatoes, often topped with a sprinkle of cheese. It's the perfect choice for a chilly day or whenever you crave something hearty and soul-warming. Simple to prepare yet elegant, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Steps

Prepare Mashed Potatoes

Peel and dice the potatoes, then boil them in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain, add butter and milk, then mash until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

Cook Meat Ragu

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm some oil. Add the chopped onion and carrot, sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute. Add the ground beef and brown it, breaking it apart. Drain any excess fat.

Season and Simmer Ragu

Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the red wine (if using) and bring to a simmer until the alcohol evaporates. Add the beef broth, season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Remove the bay leaf.

Assemble and Bake

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Spread the ground meat ragu evenly at the bottom of an oven-safe dish. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat, creating a pattern with a fork on top. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 425g
Calories	195 kcal	829 kcal
Protein	13g	55g
Fat	10g	43g
Carbohydrate	13g	55g
Fiber	2g	8.5g
Sugar	2g	8.5g

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French Hachis Parmentier (Shepherd's Pie with Ground Meat)

Difficulty

Time

Price Category

Calories

ingredients

Steps

Prepare Mashed Potatoes

Cook Meat Ragu

Season and Simmer Ragu

Assemble and Bake

Extra Tips

► Add a pinch of nutmeg to your mashed potatoes for an even richer flavor.

► For an extra crispy topping, sprinkle some breadcrumbs along with the cheese before baking.

► Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or mushrooms to the ground meat ragu for variety.

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