Meat Cake

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Sautéing the Onions and Garlic In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until softened.

Cooking the Meat Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat into small pieces.

Seasoning the Meat Stir in the tomato paste, salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, rosemary, oregano, and basil. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Remove from heat.

Preparing the Filling In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are browned and the onions are softened.

6.Add the diced bell peppers, grated carrot, and frozen peas to the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation Complete Remove both pans from heat and set aside.

Preparing the Mashed Potatoes Peel and dice the potatoes. Boil them in a large pot of salted water until tender.

9.Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk and butter. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assembling the Meat Cake Grease a round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

11.Spread half of the mashed potatoes evenly onto the bottom of the pan.

12.Top with half of the meat mixture and spread it out evenly.

13.Layer the vegetable filling on top of the meat.

14.Sprinkle grated cheese over the vegetables.

15.Repeat the layers, starting with the remaining mashed potatoes and ending with a layer of cheese on top.

Baking the Meat Cake Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serving the Meat Cake Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.