Pâté Chinois

Ingredients

• 4 cup potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter
• ½ cup milk
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion
• 2 cup creamed corn
• 1 tsp paprika (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook potatoes in salted water until very tender, then drain.
2. Mash potatoes with 2 tablespoons butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter and sauté onion until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Press the cooked beef mixture evenly into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish.
5. Spread the creamed corn over the beef layer, then top with the mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley, if using.
6. Bake for 30 minutes, then broil for a few minutes until the top is golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.