Hachis Parmentier
A timeless French family classic. Layers of savory minced beef topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until lightly golden for the ultimate comfort meal.
Recipe Information
⏱ Preparation: 25 min
🔥 Cooking: 30 min
⌛ Total: 55 min
⚙️ Difficulty: Easy
🍽 Servings: 4
🥔 Course: Main Course
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Frying pan
- Baking dish
- Potato masher
Ingredients
- 800 g potatoes
- 400 g ground beef
- 1 onion
- 20 g butter
- 100 ml milk
- Salt and black pepper
- Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.
- 2. Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water for about 20 minutes until tender.
- 3. Meanwhile, finely chop the onion.
- 4. Heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan.
- 5. Sauté the onion for about 3 minutes until softened.
- 6. Add the ground beef and cook until nicely browned.
- 7. Season with salt and black pepper, then stir well.
- 8. Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth.
- 9. Add the butter and milk, then mix until creamy.
- 10. Spread the cooked beef evenly in the bottom of a baking dish.
- 11. Cover with the mashed potatoes.
- 12. Sprinkle with grated cheese if desired.
- 13. Bake at 180°C (355°F) for 25 to 30 minutes until lightly golden.
Chef's Tip
Add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg to the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid making the mashed potatoes too runny, or the dish will not hold its shape when served.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a fresh green salad or seasonal vegetables.
The Spirit of This Recipe
A simple, comforting family dish that celebrates traditional home cooking and everyday ingredients.
