Cottage Pie With Kumara Topping

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Delicious Cottage Pie with Kumara Topping
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 kg minced beef
2 onions , chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried herbs
2 cups beef stock
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 cup cheddar cheese , grated
600 g kumara , chopped ( sweet potato )
3 medium potatoes , chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
620
Sugar
8g
Fat
28g
Cottage Pie with Kumara Topping is a staple comfort food in New Zealand that is enjoyed by many families. It is a perfect dish to warm you up during the winter months, and it is also great as a year-round meal. The kumara topping adds a unique flavor to the classic dish and makes it even more nourishing. The dish gets its name from the use of a cottage-style pie dish, which is traditionally used to bake the dish. Equally delicious and easy to make, Cottage Pie is a classic family dish that is sure to become a firm favorite.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180°C.
2.Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add beef and cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until browned. Add onions, garlic, and dried herbs, cook stirring for 3 to 4 minutes or until onions are tender.
3.Add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and red wine. Stir until well combined. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Cook for 10 minutes or until sauce thickens.
4.Add frozen peas. Cook for a further 2 minutes or until heated through.
5.Spoon beef mixture into a 2.5-litre ovenproof dish. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
6.Boil kumara and potatoes until tender, then drain and mash with nutmeg and salt to taste. Spoon mashed kumara and potato mix over the beef.
7.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.

PROS

Cottage pie is a hearty and filling dish that is easy to make.
With the added sweetness of kumara and the savory goodness of beef and cheese, this dish is sure to satisfy your hunger.

It can be made ahead of time and is perfect for feeding a crowd.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat, depending on the type of cheese used.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe uses red wine, which may not be suitable for some dietary restrictions or preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cottage Pie with Kumara Topping is a good source of protein from the beef, which can help in building and maintaining muscle mass.
Kumara is also a rich source of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from oxidative stress and inflammation. It is also a good source of fiber, which can aid in digestion and promote feelings of fullness.

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