Cottage Pie Recipe English Cottage Pie
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Cottage Pie Recipe: A Classic English Delight
Summary
You don't have to be English to enjoy this delicious traditional cottage pie. Whether you're English or not, this recipe is a must-have for your collection.Classic Cottage Pie Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 pound cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Meat Filling:
1. In a large skillet, crumble the ground beef and sauté over medium heat for 1 minute.2. Add the diced onion and carrots; continue to sauté until the meat is browned (about 5 minutes).
3. Stir in flour, cinnamon, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, mix the beef broth and tomato paste; add to the beef mixture.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until most liquid is absorbed.
6. Transfer the beef mixture to a 9-inch pie plate.
Potato Topping:
1. In a medium saucepan, cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 15 minutes, or until tender; drain.2. Mash the potatoes until smooth; add butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Spread the mashed potatoes over the beef filling. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is browned and the cheese is bubbly.
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Variation: Moussaka Cottage Pie
This twist on a classic features flavorful spices like garlic, cinnamon, and cloves, with an interesting addition of raisins.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/3 cup dark or golden raisins
- 1 pound eggplant, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 (24 oz.) package refrigerated mashed potatoes, warmed
- 1 large egg, beaten
Directions
1. In a 12-inch ovenproof skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until tender (~5 minutes). Add garlic, cinnamon, and cloves; cook for 1 minute.
2. Add meat, stirring as needed; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and raisins. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Arrange eggplant on a baking sheet. Brush with remaining oil; season with salt and pepper. Broil, turning once, until golden brown (~5 minutes per side).
4. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Layer eggplant over the meat mixture. Mix the beaten egg into warmed mashed potatoes and spread over the eggplant.
5. Bake on a lower oven rack for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly.
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Cottage Cheese Pie: A Creamy Delight
Experience the unique flavors of a cottage cheese custard pie, a truly delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pie shell
- 1 1/2 cups creamed cottage cheese
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Separate the eggs. Press cottage cheese through a sieve twice.
3. Combine cottage cheese, butter, sugar, salt, flour, lemon zest, egg yolks, raisins, walnuts, and milk in a bowl. Stir well.
4. Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cheese mixture.
5. Pour into pie shell and bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
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