Brazilian recipe
Traditional Dried Beef Casserole (Escondidinho de Carne Seca)
A classic casserole with a creamy cassava purée and a savory shredded dried beef filling. A comforting and delicious dish.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava (cooked)
1 liter whole milk
500g creamy cheese spread
2 kg dried beef (cooked and shredded)
200g chopped onion
200g unsalted butter
Shredded Parmesan cheese for gratinating
1 liter whole milk
500g creamy cheese spread
2 kg dried beef (cooked and shredded)
200g chopped onion
200g unsalted butter
Shredded Parmesan cheese for gratinating
Where to find ingredients
Cassava: Available in the frozen food section of most supermarkets, or fresh at Latin American or international markets. Some larger supermarkets may also carry it fresh in the produce section.
Dried Beef (Carne Seca): Typically found in Latin American or Brazilian specialty stores, and sometimes in the international foods aisle of larger supermarkets. It is often sold vacuum-sealed. If unavailable, well-seasoned corned beef or shredded slow-cooked beef can be used as a substitute, though the flavor profile will differ.
Creamy Cheese Spread: Look for cream cheese or similar spreadable cheese products in the dairy aisle of supermarkets. In Brazilian markets, specific brands of 'requeijão cremoso' might be available.
Whole Milk, Onion, Unsalted Butter, Shredded Parmesan Cheese: Widely available in the dairy and produce sections of all supermarkets.
Dried Beef (Carne Seca): Typically found in Latin American or Brazilian specialty stores, and sometimes in the international foods aisle of larger supermarkets. It is often sold vacuum-sealed. If unavailable, well-seasoned corned beef or shredded slow-cooked beef can be used as a substitute, though the flavor profile will differ.
Creamy Cheese Spread: Look for cream cheese or similar spreadable cheese products in the dairy aisle of supermarkets. In Brazilian markets, specific brands of 'requeijão cremoso' might be available.
Whole Milk, Onion, Unsalted Butter, Shredded Parmesan Cheese: Widely available in the dairy and produce sections of all supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava purée: in a blender, blend the cooked cassava with the whole milk and the creamy cheese spread until you get a homogeneous and creamy mixture
- Prepare the filling: in a pan, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent
- Add the cooked and shredded dried beef to the pan with the onion and sauté for a few minutes to meld the flavors
- Assemble the casserole: in a baking dish, spread a layer of the cassava purée
- Cover the purée with all the dried beef filling, spreading it evenly
- Finish with another generous layer of cassava purée over the filling
- Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the top purée layer for gratinating
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and forms a gratin crust
- Serve the casserole hot and garnish as desired
Observations
Dried beef casserole is a Brazilian culinary classic, loved for its combination of textures and flavors. This dish is perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner, combining a smooth cassava purée with a flavorful sautéed dried beef filling. Its layered assembly and final cheesy gratin make it visually appealing and incredibly comforting.
The simplicity of preparation, combined with the sophisticated final result, makes this casserole a popular choice for those seeking a hearty meal full of homemade flavor.
The simplicity of preparation, combined with the sophisticated final result, makes this casserole a popular choice for those seeking a hearty meal full of homemade flavor.
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