Ingredients and Weight:
- 400 grams of ground turkey
- 1 pound of potatoes (about 3-4 medium-sized potatoes)
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (available in the frozen food section of supermarkets)
- 1 egg (for pastry topping)
- Carrots, peas, or other vegetables of choice (as per preference and availability)
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including preparation and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Boil the potatoes until tender and then peel them.
- Mash the potatoes with milk and butter, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate pan, cook the ground turkey until no longer pink. Add chopped vegetables if desired.
- In a baking dish, combine the cooked turkey mixture with the mashed potatoes.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet and place it on top of the turkey mixture.
- Brush the pastry with beaten egg to give it a shiny appearance.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the pastry is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (assuming a standard serving size)
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Combination of mashed potato and turkey creates a hearty and comforting dish.
- Puff pastry topping adds a crispy and flaky texture to the dish.
- Can be customized with different vegetables to suit individual preferences.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit at my family dinner! The combination of mashed potato and turkey was delicious."
- "The puff pastry topping was a great addition, added a nice crunchy texture."
- "I added some extra vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition, it was still very tasty."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the ground turkey thoroughly to ensure safety.
- Use a preheated oven for best results in baking the pastry.
- Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference.
