Vegetarian Mince Potato and Pepper Gratin recipe

Name: Vegetarian Mince Potato and Pepper Gratin
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 900g Potatoes; 350g Vegetarian mince; 2 Mixed peppers; 120g Soft Cheese; 100g Cheddar Cheese; 3 tbsp Greek Yoghurt; 20g Butter; 2 tsp Herbs; 1 tsp Salt; 1 small bag Lettuce; 200ml Milk; 1 pinch Nutmeg; 1 Onion; 1 tbsp Flour

A bubbling oven bake with sliced potatoes, vegetarian mince, mixed peppers, and a creamy cheese topping. It is a warming vegetarian dinner with a crisp, golden finish.

75 min · Medium · British Jump to method

Vegetarian Mince Potato and Pepper Gratin

Ingredients

4 servings

900g Potatoes
350g Vegetarian mince
2 Mixed peppers
120g Soft Cheese
100g Cheddar Cheese
3 tbsp Greek Yoghurt
20g Butter
2 tsp Herbs
1 tsp Salt
1 small bag Lettuce
200ml Milk
1 pinch Nutmeg
1 Onion
1 tbsp Flour

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	501 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbohydrates	49 g
Fat	23 g
Saturated fat	12 g
Fibre	6.3 g
Sugar	8.2 g
Sodium	680 mg

Why this works

A moderately filling, protein-containing gratin with useful vegetables, but fairly high in saturated fat and salt due to the cheeses, butter and added salt.

Potassium and vitamin C. Potatoes and peppers provide potassium, while peppers and onion contribute vitamin C and antioxidant compounds.

Calcium and protein. Cheddar, soft cheese, milk and yoghurt add calcium and protein, supporting bone health and satiety.

Salt and saturated fat. The added salt plus cheese and butter make this dish relatively high in sodium and saturated fat.

Method

Preheat the oven to 190°C (Fan 170°C, 374°F, Gas Mark 5). Slice the potatoes thinly and parboil for 6 minutes, then drain well.
Cook the vegetarian mince with the mixed peppers for 8-10 minutes. Stir in herbs and a little salt.
In a bowl, mix soft cheese, Greek yoghurt, and a little melted butter until smooth.
Layer the potatoes and vegetarian mince in a baking dish, spoon over the creamy mixture, and finish with cheddar cheese.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and tender. Rest for 5 minutes before serving with a side of lettuce.

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