Shepherd's Pie
This "pastel de papas" brings the warmth of Argentine tradition right to your table. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in. Get ready to cook a true taste of home!
Peel and mince <quantity>1</quantity> garlic clove
Chop <quantity>1<unit>bunch</unit></quantity> of scallion
Trim, peel and small dice <quantity>1</quantity> carrot
Remove the core and small dice <quantity>1</quantity> red bell pepper
Trim, peel and finely chop <quantity>1</quantity> onion
Peel and chop <quantity>3</quantity> hard boiled eggs
Cut <quantity>1.5<unit>Kg</unit></quantity> of ribeye into fine slices
Slice the meat into small cubes
Preheat a large pot over medium heat
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of vegetable oil and the minced garlic
Add the chopped onion, salt and black pepper to taste
Add the carrot, bell pepper and half of the scallion
Add <quantity>½<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of dried oregano and <quantity>½<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of sweet paprika
Add the meat and stir to combine
Once the meat is cooked, remove from the heat and transfer to a tray to cool
Cook <quantity>6</quantity> large potatoes covered in salted water over medium heat until tender
When the meat has cooled, add <quantity>⅓<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of sliced olives and the chopped eggs
Add the rest of the scallion and stir to combine. The criolla meat filling is ready
Strain the potatoes and let them cool until you can peel them
Transfer the peeled potatoes to a bowl and add <quantity>1</quantity> grated garlic clove
Add grated nutmeg and black pepper to taste
Add salt to taste and <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of butter
Add <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of hot milk and mash the potatoes until creamy and smooth. The mashed potatoes are ready
Preheat the oven at <temperature>180<unit>°C</unit></temperature>
Add a layer of the Mashed Potatoes to a casserole and add the Creole Meat Filling to taste
Grate mozzarella cheese to taste over the meat
Top with another layer of mashed potatoes
Bake until browned and garnish with chopped parsley. The shepherd's pie is ready
Enjoy!
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