Meat casserole with potatoes

4 servings

30 minutes

Meat casserole with potatoes is a cozy dish of European cuisine that combines the rich flavor of minced meat, the tenderness of potatoes, and the creamy texture of baked egg sauce. Its origin can be linked to home kitchens in Europe where casseroles were popular as a nutritious and easy-to-make meal. The casserole has a balanced taste – meat stewed with onions and tomato puree gives the dish richness, while fried potatoes add a pleasant crispy texture. The egg and milk mixture binds all the ingredients together into a harmonious whole. Perfect for family dinners, it fills the home with an aroma of comfort and warmth. Before serving, the casserole is garnished with fresh herbs, adding a slight spiciness and completing the flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 430.2
• Proteins: 24g
• Fats: 24.2g
• Carbohydrates: 30.8g

Ingredients

• Beef: 300 g
• Potato: 500 g
• Onion: 2 head
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Milk: 0.3 glass
• Tomato puree: 1 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Pass the washed meat (flesh) through a meat grinder and lightly fry in a pan; add finely chopped fried onion, tomato puree, salt, pepper, a little broth or water, and simmer on low heat under a lid for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 300 g
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Tomato puree: 1 tablespoon
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

2. Fry the peeled and washed potatoes separately, slicing them and adding salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 500 g

3. Spread the fried potatoes in a thin layer in the pan, place a layer of fried minced meat on top, smooth it out, pour beaten eggs with milk over it, and put it in the oven for 5-10 minutes to bake.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 500 g
   • Beef: 300 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Milk: 0.3 glass

4. When serving, sprinkle the casserole with finely chopped parsley.