Ingredients
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- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) for added flavor, optional
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into small pieces.
- Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Add butter, milk, and shredded cheese to the hot potatoes. Mash until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the prepared pie crust into a pie dish. Pour the creamy potato mixture into the crust and spread evenly.
- Brush the edges of the crust with the beaten egg.
- Bake the pie for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Feel free to add cooked bacon or ham for a heartier dish. Mix in vegetables like peas or corn for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg