Batata Merhiya (Algerian Mashed Potatoes Layered With Beef ) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From the The Great Book of Couscous by Copeland Marks. Algerian comfort food. Use as a side dish or a main dish with a nice salad. Ingredients:
1 lb potato, peeled, boiled until tender |
2 tablespoons butter |
1 teaspoon salt |
2 teaspoons olive oil |
1 small onion, finely chopped |
1/2 lb ground beef |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 medium egg, beaten |
2 ounces gruyere cheese, grated |
Directions:
1. Mash potatoes with butter and salt.
2. Heat oil in skillet, add onion, beef and pepper.
3. Saute for 5 minutes.
4. Drain beef mixture.
5. Butter a 1 quart casserole.
6. Put half of the potatoes in the bottom of the dish.
7. Add the meat mixture and cover with the remaining mashed potatoes.
8. Smooth the surface.
9. Cover with the beaten egg and sprinkle with cheese.
10. Bake in 350 degree oven until the surface is golden about 30 minutes.
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