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A freshly baked Hachis Parmentier with golden mashed potato topping in a white baking dish.

Hachis Parmentier (French Shepherd’s Pie)

A comforting French classic featuring layers of savory ground beef and creamy mashed potatoes, baked to golden perfection for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Potato masher or ricer
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef (or half beef and half pork)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef stock or red wine for depth of flavor
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Potato Topping

  • 2 pounds starchy potatoes (Russet), peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated cheese (optional, Gruyère or Parmesan)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and crumbled. Stir in tomato paste and dried thyme, then deglaze the pan with beef stock or red wine. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, warm milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  • Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing the surface. If using, sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the potato layer is golden and the filling bubbles at the edges. Allow to rest briefly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the meat mixture rest for a few minutes before adding the mashed potatoes. This dish can be enhanced by using a mix of beef and pork or adding a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Baked Casserole, Comfort Food, French Shepherd’s Pie, Hachis Parmentier
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