Savory Beef
Shredded Potato Pie

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A rustic, incredibly easy skillet pie featuring a tender layer of seasoned minced beef over a golden, crispy-edged shredded potato and egg crust.

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This comforting beef and potato pie brings together everyday pantry ingredients into a satisfying, one-pan meal. Shredded potatoes mixed with eggs create a soft, waxy base that absorbs rich flavors as it bakes, perfectly complemented by savory, herb-seasoned minced beef on top. Baked straight in a cast-iron skillet, it requires minimal cleanup and delivers maximum comfort.

A freshly baked beef and potato pie in a black cast-iron skillet with a golden shredded potato crust and savory minced beef topping
A freshly baked beef and potato pie in a black cast-iron skillet with a golden shredded potato crust and savory minced beef topping
Prep20 mins
Cook40 mins
Total1 hr
Yield2–4 servings
DifficultyEasy
Calories480 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the sauce base
    A dollop of thick mayonnaise resting at the bottom of a clear plastic measuring cup.

    Start by preparing the flavor base for the minced beef. Squeeze a generous portion of mayonnaise into a transparent measuring cup or a small mixing bowl. This will soon be combined with black pepper, soy sauce, and salt to create a rich marinade.

    Tip: Mayonnaise adds excellent fat and moisture to the minced beef, ensuring the meat stays tender and juicy during the baking process without feeling greasy.
  2. 2Mix the beef seasoning
    Sauce being poured from a clear container into a red bowl filled with seasoned minced beef.

    Pour the prepared sauce, consisting of mayonnaise, black pepper, soy sauce, and salt, into a red bowl containing minced beef. Add minced rosemary and garlic according to personal preference, and mix everything thoroughly.

    Tip: If you prefer a spicy kick, feel free to add a little chili powder during the marinating process.
  3. 3Prep and shred the potatoes
    Freshly shredded potatoes inside a clear glass bowl with a wooden utensil.

    Peel one pound of potatoes and shred them into a clear container using a wooden tool to assist.

    Tip: You can cut the potatoes into chunks, strips, or shreds—shredding helps them cook evenly and meld with the beef.
  4. 4Season the shredded potatoes
    Whole eggs cracked directly over a bowl of raw shredded potatoes and seasonings.

    Crack 3 eggs into the container with the shredded potatoes, adding an extra egg if you prefer a juicier texture. Season with a little garlic, salt, and chicken bouillon, then mix well.

    Tip: The potato mixture will appear slightly wet, but do not worry as the moisture will cook through completely during baking.
  5. 5Grease the baking pan
    A black skillet being brushed with oil using a black silicone pastry brush.

    Find an oven-safe pan and use a silicone brush to apply a layer of oil evenly across the surface to prevent sticking.

    Tip: A non-stick pan works great since the baking temperature is moderate, but you can also use a dedicated baking dish if preferred.
  6. 6Layer the potato base
    Shredded potatoes being poured and spread into the oiled black skillet.

    Transfer the prepared shredded potato mixture directly into the greased skillet to form the bottom crust of the pie.

    Tip: Spread the potato shreds evenly across the bottom of the pan to ensure a uniform base.
  7. 7Assemble and bake the pie
    Seasoned minced beef piled on top of a yellow layer of shredded potatoes inside a skillet.

    Top the layer of shredded potatoes in the skillet with the seasoned minced beef mixture. Bake in the oven at 170 degrees for 40 minutes.

    Tip: Once out of the oven, use a silicone spatula to loosen the edges or invert it onto a plate to serve easily.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator
2–3 days
Store leftovers in an airtight container once completely cooled.
Reheating
15–20 min
Reheat in an oven at 160 degrees until warmed through to keep the potato crust crisp, or microwave until hot.

Burn It Off

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~95 minutes at a steady pace (~5 km/h).
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~75 minutes of casual riding.
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~2 hours of active household chores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, shredding the potatoes allows them to cook thoroughly and evenly during the 40 minutes in the oven. The moisture in the mixture will steam and cook off completely.
Not necessarily. A cast-iron skillet works wonderfully because it can go straight from stovetop prep into the oven, but any oven-safe non-stick pan or dedicated baking dish will work just fine.
Make sure to brush your baking pan generously with oil before adding the potato mixture. Once baked, run a silicone spatula gently around the edges to loosen it before serving or inverting.
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