Delicious Mashed Potato Pie Recipe

Instructions

1. Peel and dice the potatoes into even pieces for uniform cooking.
2. Place the diced potatoes into a pot and cover with cold water.
3. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil over high heat.
4. Reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot.
6. Add unsalted butter and whole milk to the potatoes.
7. Mash the potatoes with a masher or fork until smooth and creamy.
8. Season mashed potatoes with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
9. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
10. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
11. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
12. Spread the cooked onion and garlic evenly in the bottom of a small ovenproof dish.
13. For the mashed potatoes over the onion and garlic layer and spread evenly.
14. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.
15. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
16. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.