Description
A heartwarming Irish Potato Pie with a creamy potato filling and golden-brown crust, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) for added flavor, optional
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and chopping the 4 large potatoes into even pieces.
- Place the chopped potatoes in a pot filled with water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add 2 tablespoons butter, ½ cup milk, and season with salt and pepper. Mash until smooth.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted and well incorporated.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out your prepared pie crust into your pie dish. Pour the creamy potato filling into the crust.
- If using, sprinkle fresh herbs over the filling before adding the top crust.
- Roll out a second pie crust, place it over the pie, and trim the excess, crimping the edges to seal. Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
- Brush the top with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
This pie can be made ahead and reheated. Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or spices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Irish Potato Pie, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes