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Picadillo Potato Pie
EL MEJOR NIDO
Picadillo Potato Pie
Level
Intermediate
Prep
25 min
Cook
1 hr 15 min
Servings
12 servings
- Picadillo, seasoned chopped beef, is a great favorite throughout Latin America and every country has its own version. This Dominican variation, called Picadillo Potato Pie, includes hard-boiled eggs, raisins, olives, capers and mashed potatoes. It is a winning combination. Although this recipe takes some time to prepare, it is worth the effort. For ease in preparation, the picadillo filling or potato part can be made a day ahead or earlier in the day and refrigerated.
Key Ingredients
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 sweet cubanelle or green peppers, finely chopped
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1 medium red onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 MAGGI Chicken Flavor Bouillon Cube, dissolved in 1 1/4 cups hot water
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6 pimiento-stuffed green olives, chopped
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1 teaspoon capers
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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2 tablespoons raisins
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1 large hard-boiled egg, chopped
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3 1/2 pounds (7 to 8 medium) potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
- ●1 can (12 fluid ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1/4 teaspoon ground white or black pepper
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1/4 cup (.75 ounce) shredded Parmesan cheese
Make It
Step 1
Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add ground beef; cook, stirring frequently, until no longer pink. Drain.
Step 2
Add tomato paste; stir to blend in. Stir in bouillon mixture, olives, capers and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Reduce heat to low; add raisins. Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Gently mix in chopped egg.
Step 3
Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Step 4
Boil potatoes in salted water until tender; drain well. Mash potatoes while hot until smooth. Add butter; alternately mix in evaporated milk and beaten eggs. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; mix well.
Step 5
Place half of mashed potatoes in prepared baking dish. Spoon Picadillo over potatoes. Gently spread remaining mashed potatoes over Picadillo. Sprinkle with cheese.
Step 6
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until cheese is slightly browned. Serve hot.
