Escondidinho is a Brazilian dish that combines mashed potatoes, ground meat, and cheese, baked until golden. Its simple preparation makes it perfect for lunch and dinner, offering a comforting and traditional flavor.
Escondidinho is a traditional dish that combines a smooth layer of mashed potatoes with a seasoned, juicy meat filling.
Its presentation is comforting and perfect for sharing with family, highlighting simple but cozy flavors.
When baked, it achieves a gratinated cheese crust that invites you to enjoy every bite with calm and affection.
Escondidinho
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Potatoes
500 grams of Ground meat
2 Onions
6 Crushed garlic cloves
250 grams of Mozzarella cheese
150 grams of Grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup of Milk
2 tablespoons of Butter
Olive oil
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dish, start by peeling the potatoes and cooking them in water with salt.
Step 2 : Once cooked, remove from heat and drain, then make a purée with the potatoes, milk, and butter, setting aside.
Step 3 : Next, in a hot pot, add oil and sauté the onion with the garlic until transparent.
Step 4 : Then add the ground meat, season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking until the meat is well cooked and dry.
Step 5 : In a baking dish, place a layer of mashed potatoes, followed by a layer of cheese and the cooked meat.
Step 6 : Repeat this process and finish with a generous amount of grated cheese on top.
Step 7 : Finally, bake the dish at medium heat for about 35 minutes, or until the cheese is gratinated and golden.
Step 8 : Once ready, enjoy this exquisite potato pie, perfect for sharing with family!
Preparation (simple version)
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