Name: French Fry Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1kg packet shoestring oven fries or chips; 500g lean beef, or pork and veal mince; 1 onion, finely diced; 2 cups chopped fresh or thawed frozen diced vegetables, optional; 575g jar of bolognese sauce; 3/4 cup grated reduced fat mozzarella

French Fry Pie

The kids will love this fry topped pie, perfect for a quick weekend meal.

Serves 6

Prep

20M

Cook

20M

Total

40M

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Make this a complete meal by adding in some chopped fresh or frozen vegetables.

Ingredients

1kg packet shoestring oven fries or chips

500g lean beef, or pork and veal mince

1 onion, finely diced

2 cups chopped fresh or thawed frozen diced vegetables, optional

575g jar of bolognese sauce

3/4 cup grated reduced fat mozzarella

Method

Preheat the oven to moderate 180C (160C fan forced). Arrange the chips onto a baking tray in a single layer. Bake 10-15 min. Grease a 2L baking or casserole dish.

Meanwhile, spray a large non-stick pan with cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the mince and the onion and cook, breaking up any lumps with a fork until mince is well browned.

Add the vegetables, if using and pour over the sauce. Half fill the jar with water and add to the pan. Simmer for 5-8 min. Transfer to a greased baking or casserole dish. Top with cheese and partially baked chips.

Increase oven heat to 220C (200C fan forced). Bake for 15 -20 min or until cheese is melted and chips are crispy. Serve with a mixed green salad. Garnish with chopped parsley and paprika if desired.

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