Minced Beef Gratin with Cheese

Minced Beef Gratin with Cheese
 Serves 4
 Preparation: 15 min | Cooking: 30 min

Ingredients:
400 g minced beef

1 medium onion (100 g)

2 garlic cloves

300 g potatoes

200 ml double cream

100 ml milk

1 tbsp olive oil

150 g grated cheese (mozzarella + cheddar)

1 tbsp butter

Salt, pepper

A few green peppercorns in brine (for decoration)

Preparation Steps 
Preparing the Meat Base 
Heat the olive oil in a pan. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Then add the chopped garlic and ground beef. Cook until the meat is golden brown. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.

Mash the potatoes 
Peel the potatoes and cook them in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain, then mash them with the butter, crème fraîche, and milk. Adjust the seasoning.

Assembling the gratin 
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
In a buttered gratin dish, spread the cooked ground beef on the bottom. Cover with a nice layer of creamy mashed potatoes. Finish with a generous layer of grated cheese. Sprinkle with a few green peppercorns for a visual touch.

Baking 
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.

 Tip for making this recipe easier:
Use a hand masher or a food mill for a smooth, effortless mash.

 Ingredient swap:
Replace the potatoes with cauliflower for a lighter version!

 Cooking tip:
For an even more golden gratin, grill it for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.