⏱ Prep Time
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Prep: 20 minutes
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Bake: 45–55 minutes
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Total: ~1 hour 15 minutes
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Servings: 6
🍳 Ingredients
Meat Layer
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500 g minced beef or chicken
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp oil
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika or chili powder
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½ tsp cumin powder
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½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
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2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
Potato Layer
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4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
Creamy Layer
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1 cup fresh cream or milk
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1 egg
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Meat
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Heat oil in a pan.
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Add onion and sauté until soft.
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Add garlic and minced meat; cook until browned.
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, oregano, and tomato paste.
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Cook until mixture is thick and dry. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Cream Mixture
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In a bowl, whisk together cream (or milk), egg, and half of the cheese.
3. Assemble the Casserole
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Grease a baking dish.
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Layer half of the potatoes evenly at the bottom.
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Spread the minced meat mixture over the potatoes.
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Add the remaining potato slices on top.
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Pour cream mixture evenly over the layers.
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Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
4. Bake
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Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 15–25 minutes, until potatoes are tender and top is golden.
5. Rest & Serve
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Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
🍽 Taste & Texture
✔ Soft, tender potatoes
✔ Savory, well-seasoned meat
✔ Creamy inside
✔ Golden, cheesy top
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Healthier: Use olive oil + low-fat milk
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Spicy: Add green chilies or chili flakes
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Vegetable boost: Add peas, carrots, or bell peppers
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No cream: Use yogurt mixed with milk
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Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
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Calories: 420
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Protein: 26g
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Carbs: 28g
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Fat: 22g
