FRENCH LEEK AND HAM SHEPHERD'S PIE

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This is a very tasty dish and a different way of making a shepherd's pie. Ham, leeks, and potatoes baked in a creamy mashed potato crust.

Provided by Rita Machado

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ¼ pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
½ cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 pinch ground nutmeg
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ pounds leeks, sliced
2 medium tomatoes - peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
1 ½ pounds cooked ham, thinly sliced
1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly oil a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop. Stir in the cream, butter, nutmeg, salt, and pepper and mash until smooth.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion until translucent. Stir in the leek and cook another minute until the leek is soft, but not brown. Mix in the peeled tomatoes, lower the heat, and simmer five minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes have lost some of their shape. Stir in the ham and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread half of the mashed potatoes on the bottom of the casserole dish. Pour in the ham and leek sauce and cover with the remaining mashed potatoes. Brush the surface of the mashed potatoes with the beaten egg yolk. Sprinkle on the shredded mozzarella. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 143.2 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1572.1 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

sharma hari
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This recipe was a disaster! The leek and ham filling was bland and the mashed potato topping was lumpy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Pavol Samko
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This was my first time making shepherd's pie and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making it again soon.


Gazzi Boy
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less ham next time.


Zulaeed Ishaq
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This was the best shepherd's pie I've ever had! The leek and ham filling was so savory and flavorful, and the mashed potato topping was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Kuma Sound
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The leek and ham filling was flavorful and the mashed potato topping was creamy. I would definitely make it again, but I might make a few changes next time.


Evelyn Jarina
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would try a simpler shepherd's pie recipe next time.


Rizvi Jee
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The leek and ham filling was delicious, but the mashed potato topping was a bit dry. I think I would use more butter or milk next time.


Tara Williams
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more herbs and spices next time.


mereme murati
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I've made it for my family and friends many times and they all love it too.


Jeff Richardson
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This was my first time making shepherd's pie and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely make it again!


Chandni Majhi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Tumwine Lauben
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The leek and ham filling was savory and flavorful, and the mashed potato topping was creamy and cheesy. I'll definitely be making this again.