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Pastelón: Dominican Shepherd's Pie

Dominican Delight: Ripe Plantain Casserole (Pastelón)

Recipe Author : David Taylor
This authentic Dominican Pastelón is a comforting dish made with layers of mashed ripe plantains, flavorful Dominican-style picadillo, and melted cheddar cheese. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet, a true embodiment of Dominican culinary tradition. It's a tropical comfort dish, often referred to as Dominican Casserole, perfect for any occasi

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Dominican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Aluminum Foil

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large ripe plantains peeled and boiled
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

Prepare Mashed Plantains:

  • Boil the peeled plantains until tender. Once boiled, mash them until smooth and set aside.

Prepare the Picadillo:

  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat, sauté onions, bell pepper, and garlic until soft.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  • Mix in the tomato sauce, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Allow it to simmer for 10 minutes for the flavors to blend together.

Assemble the Pastelón:

  • In a baking dish, spread a layer of mashed plantains at the bottom.
  • Add a layer of the picadillo over the plantains and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  • Repeat the process with another layer of mashed plantains, picadillo, and cheddar cheese.

Bake the Pastelón:

  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-45 minutes.

Serve:

  • After baking, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference.
  • Serve with a side of salad or vegetables for a balanced meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg
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