French
Hachis Parmentier
“This hearty dish of minced beef and creamy mashed potatoes is a comforting nod to rustic French tradition, kissed with a gratinée of Gruyere.”
Beef
Potato
Butter
Onion
Garlic
CarrotMedium1.5 hours
Where it comes from
Named after Antoine-Augustin Parmentier, a vocal advocate for potatoes in 18th century France, this dish is a Parisian adaptation of rural shepherd's pie.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter, milk, nutmeg, and black pepper.
- 2
Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots in butter until softened, then add minced beef and cook through.
- 3
Add flour and beef broth to the meat mixture, simmering until thickened.
- 4
Layer the beef mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and sprinkle with Gruyere.
- 5
Bake until the top is golden and bubbling.
