Cookbook:Shepherd's Pie II

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Pâté Chinois (Chinese Pie), sometimes known as shepherd's pie, is a simple dish made from layered hamburger, creamed corn, and mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

 * 1 pound (450 g) lean ground hamburger meat
 * 3–4 cups mashed potatoes
 * 12 oz (341 ml or 1 can) creamed corn
 * Salt, pepper, and butter to taste
 * 1–2 cups shredded Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional, amount depends on how much cheese you want)

Procedure

 * 1) Preheat the oven to 350&deg;F (175&deg;C)
 * 2) In a large skillet, brown the hamburger meat until it is no longer pink
 * 3) In a medium baking pan, evenly layer the meat on the bottom, then corn. Spread a layer of potatoes.
 * 4) If using, sprinkle cheese on top.
 * 5) Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Notes, tips, and variations

 * Possible toppings include paprika, parsley, ketchup or green tomato chow-chow (ketchup vert).
 * Other variations include frying the meat with a diced onion, as well as using an equal combination of creamed corn and regular corn.
 * See also Shepherd's Pie and Pâté chinois.

Warnings

 * Always follow safe handling guidelines when using raw meat.