Potato pch minced meat gratin

Here’s a comforting recipe for Potato and Minced Meat Gratin:

Ingredients:

• 6 medium potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1 lb (450g) minced beef or pork
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup grated cheese (Cheddar, Gruyère, or your choice)
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp butter (for greasing)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
2. Cook the minced meat: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Add the minced meat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
3. Prepare the potatoes: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. You can use a mandoline slicer for even slices.
4. Assemble the layers: In the greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom. Spread the cooked minced meat evenly on top. Then, layer the rest of the potatoes over the meat.
5. Mix the cream and milk: In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the potatoes and meat.
6. Top with cheese: Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly on top.
7. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
8. Serve: Let the gratin sit for a few minutes before serving.

This Potato and Minced Meat Gratin is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a hearty meal!