Beef And Potato Patties In Béchamel Sauce Recipe

Name: Beef And Potato Patties In Béchamel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Patties; 500 g minced beef; 200 g pancetta, ground; 500 g potatoes, roughly grated*; 1 egg; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons peanut oil (for frying); Sauce (a la Bechamel); 750 ml milk; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 60 g butter; 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons flour; 200 g swiss cheese, roughly grated (1/2 for the sauce, 1/2 for the sprinkling)

Servings: persons

Patties
500 g minced beef
200 g pancetta, ground
500 g potatoes, roughly grated*
1 egg
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 tablespoons peanut oil (for frying)
Sauce (a la Bechamel)
750 ml milk
1 teaspoon sea salt
60 g butter
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons flour
200 g swiss cheese, roughly grated (1/2 for the sauce, 1/2 for the sprinkling)

1
Mix by hand all ingredients for the patties.
2
Form 8 tennis ball sized patties.
3
Fry the patties in peanut oil for 3 - 4 minutes only on one side until golden with a crispy crust.
4
Place them, next to each other, in an ovenproof casserole. Set aside.
5
Make the easy a la bechamel sauce: put butter, salt, nutmeg and parsley in cold milk. Bring to the boil, stirring from time to time. Turn the heat to low.
6
Dissolve flour in some cold water to obtain a thick, smooth mixture. Gradually, stirring constantly, add to the hot milk. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes, making sure that the sauce does not burn. Remove from the heat.
7
Stir in half of the cheese and pour the sauce over the patties. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the oven at 220u00b0C for 45 minutes.
8
Take the casserole out of the oven, remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the patties. Return to the oven for 3 - 4 minutes until the cheese melts.
9
* Do not squeeze the excess water out of the shredded potatoes.

1122

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Patties, 500 g minced beef, 200 g pancetta, ground, 500 g potatoes, roughly grated*, and more.

Yes, Beef And Potato Patties In Béchamel Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef And Potato Patties In Béchamel Sauce

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