SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER ESSENTIAL: MEXICAN COTTAGE PIE
When I started on this recipe Monday evening, it was intended to be a slant on a nice English cottage pie. By about 1:00a, it started heading to the border, and by the time the sun was sending out its rays, it had transformed into a cottage pie with a distinctly south-of-the-border essence. The filling is unequivocally amazing,...
Provided by Andy Anderson !
Categories Beef
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- 1. PREP/PREPARE
- 2. I am topping this recipe with mash potatoes; however, it would be great served over a bed of homemade egg noodles, or even over rice. Here is the recipe I am using for the taters. https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/potatoes/holiday-essentials-slow-cooker-mash-taters.html?r=5 FYI: I added some sharp cheddar cheese to the taters... Because I can.
- 3. You will need a large skillet to cook the filling. In addition, you will need small dishes that are capable of holding the ingredients. I am using white ramekins that hold 8 ounces (225g) each. Based on the ingredients you should be able to make about five of these. Or you could put all the ingredients into a standard ovenproof deep pie dish.
- 4. If you make more of the filling than you need, understand that it freezes very well, and if frozen properly will last 4 - 6 months.
- 5. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
- 6. Make some mashed taters and keep warm.
- 7. STAGE I
- 8. Add the butter and oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
- 9. When the butter melts, add the onions and carrots, then partially cook for about 2 - 3 minutes.
- 10. Add the garlic and stir for an additional 30 - 60 seconds.
- 11. STAGE II
- 12. Add the beef and chorizo.
- 13. Lower the heat a bit and cook until about 75% of the liquid has evaporated, about 10 - 12 minutes.
- 14. STAGE III
- 15. Add the dry spices.
- 16. Stir to combine, about 60 seconds.
- 17. STAGE IV
- 18. Add the remainder of the ingredients.
- 19. Stir and allow to simmer until the filling reduces and begins to thicken, about 10 - 15 minutes.
- 20. ASSEMBLY
- 21. Add the hot mixture to a small bowl (ramekin).
- 22. Lay a slice of provolone on top, if using.
- 23. Cover with the warm mash taters, and a pat of butter.
- 24. If you wish, you can pop them under a broiler until the taters begin to brown in spots, about 1 - 2 minutes.
- 25. PLATE/PRESENT
- 26. Serve with some dinner rolls or crusty bread, and maybe a small side salad. Enjoy.
- 27. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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Aryan Subedi
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more spice.
Hemel Samsung
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Mexican food and this dish did not disappoint. The flavors were authentic and the cheese was melted to perfection.
Lara Teichmann
[email protected]This was a very easy dish to make and it was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Ali Raza 104
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.
Emel Nos
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more spice.
U Malange
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Mexican food and this dish did not disappoint. The flavors were authentic and the cheese was melted to perfection.
Stephanie Hug
[email protected]This was a very easy dish to make and it was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Kalpana Parajuli
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.
Emily Delabatvalera
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more spice.
Mr ishfaq
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Mexican food and this dish did not disappoint. The flavors were authentic and the cheese was melted to perfection.
Gaurav Sah
[email protected]This was a very easy dish to make and it was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Agny_Crow
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.
Kiconco Kedress
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more spice.
Ahmed Shady
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of Mexican food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The flavors were very well-balanced and the cheese was melted perfectly.
Md.Nobiul islam Noyon
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The flavors were amazing and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.