Escondidinho
Spiced beef hidden under a layer of creamy mash and melted cheese, Brazil's cosy take on cottage pie.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.30 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Boil the potatoes in salted water for 18 minutes until soft. Drain and mash with the butter and milk until smooth. Season.
18 min - 2
Meanwhile heat the oil and brown the mince for 6 minutes. Add the onion, pepper and garlic and cook for 6 minutes.
12 min - 3
Stir in the tomato purée, cumin, olives and parsley and cook for 3 minutes. Season well.
- 4
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Spoon the beef into a baking dish and spread the mash over the top.
- 5
Scatter over the mozzarella and bake for 25 minutes until golden and bubbling.
25 min
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