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🥧 Cheese and Potato Pie

A comforting cheese and potato pie made with tender potatoes, creamy cheese, and a golden baked topping. Perfect as a vegetarian main dish or cozy family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner
Cuisine: british, european
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cups grated cheese (cheddar recommended)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • lack pepper, to taste
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato masher
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain well.
    Raw ingredients for a classic cheese and potato pie including potatoes, cheddar, butter, and pastry, arranged for preparation.
  2. Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth.
  3. Add the chopped onion, half of the grated cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
  4. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  5. Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  6. Spread the potato mixture evenly into the dish.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Mix different cheeses for extra flavor.
  • Add herbs like thyme or parsley if desired.
  • Serve with a fresh green salad.
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