Jachtschotel (Meat and potato casserole)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Comfort food at its best - Jachtschotel (Meat and potato casserole)
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs cooked potatoes
2 cups milk or 2 cups beef broth
4 tablespoons butter ( optional )
nutmeg
corn flake crumbs or breadcrumbs
2 onions
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons broth , for lower fat
1 1/2 - 2 cups left over beef , chopped ( such as roast or steak )
1/2 cup beef broth , seasoned with
maggi seasoning
bay leaf
pepper
ground cloves , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
425
Sugar
4g
Fat
23g
Jachtschotel, also known as Hunter’s Casserole, is a traditional Dutch dish that has been around for centuries. The dish was originally made by hunters in the countryside who cooked their bounty with available ingredients, such as potatoes and other root vegetables. Today, Jachtschotel is a popular dish throughout the Netherlands due to its delicious taste and simplicity in preparation. The combination of layers of creamy mashed potatoes, flavorful beef, and caramelized onions creates a hearty dish that is perfect for chilly nights at home. Whether you are looking for a comforting dinner or to expand your culinary repertoire, Jachtschotel is sure to satisfy.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 380°F/200°C.
2.Slice half an onion into thin rings and sauté in 2 tablespoons of butter until soft and caramelized. Set aside.
3.In a pot, heat up 2 cups of milk or 2 cups of beef broth and add in 4 tablespoons of butter (optional) and some nutmeg. Add cooked potatoes and mash until smooth.
4.In a skillet, heat up 4 tablespoons of butter or 4 tablespoons of broth for lower fat. Sauté the other half of the onion until soft. Add in 1 1/2 - 2 cups left over beef, chopped (such as roast or steak), and stir until heated through.
5.Grease an oven-safe dish with butter and add a layer of mashed potatoes. Pour half of the beef broth, seasoned with maggi seasoning, bay leaf, pepper, and ground cloves, on top and stir a little. Add a layer of beef and onions next. Repeat layers of potatoes, broth, and beef or onions as needed, ending with a layer of potatoes on top.
6.Sprinkle corn flake crumbs or breadcrumbs on top and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until everything is hot and bubbly. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

Jachtschotel is a tasty one-pan dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy night in.

Leftovers can be easily reheated as the flavors develop over time.

CONS

This dish can be heavy due to the combination of meat and potatoes.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jachtschotel provides a good amount of protein and carbohydrates while also being a good source of nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and folate from the potatoes.
The dish also contains iron and zinc from the beef.

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