Greek-Style Shepherd's Meat and Potato Cups

Health score
20%
Greek-Style Shepherd's Meat and Potato Cups
45 min.
4
604kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Greek-Style Shepherd's Meat and Potato Cups, a dish that beautifully marries the rich flavors of traditional Greek cuisine with the comforting essence of shepherd's pie. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these savory cups are not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will satisfy your cravings.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a crispy crust made from lean ground beef, seasoned to perfection with garlic and oregano, and enveloped in a creamy layer of mashed potatoes infused with tangy feta cheese. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, enhanced by the briny goodness of kalamata olives and the freshness of chopped tomatoes and green onions. This recipe is a fantastic way to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal.

Ready in just 45 minutes, these meat and potato cups are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal and less time in the kitchen. With a calorie count of 604 per serving, they provide a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with this unique and flavorful dish that is sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup alouette garlic & herbs spreadable cheese crumbled
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup spring onion finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted sliced
  • lb ground beef lean
  • servings butter 
  • 1.3 cups potatoes plain dry mashed ()
  • servings milk 
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • servings salt 
  • 0.3 cup tomatoes seeded chopped
  • servings water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • muffin liners
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. In large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, garlic, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and egg; mix well. Divide mixture evenly into 8 ungreased muffin cups. Pat in bottom and up sides of each cup to form crust.
  2. In medium saucepan, prepare potatoes as directed on package using water, milk, margarine and salt.
  3. Add feta cheese; stir gently to mix. Fill beef-lined cups with potato mixture.
  4. Place cookie sheet on oven rack below muffin pan in case of spillover.
  5. Bake at 375F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked.
  6. Remove cups from pan; place on individual serving plates.
  7. Sprinkle with olives, tomato and onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories604kcal
Protein24.8%
Fat51.27%
Carbs23.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.75
Glycemic Load
4.63
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.558695751688%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:604.1kcal
30.21%
Fat:34.57g
53.18%
Saturated Fat:13.82g
86.34%
Carbohydrates:36.3g
12.1%
Net Carbohydrates:33.76g
12.28%
Sugar:13.43g
14.92%
Cholesterol:160.98mg
53.66%
Sodium:1161.45mg
50.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.61g
75.23%
Vitamin B12:3.99µg
66.55%
Phosphorus:545.94mg
54.59%
Zinc:7.25mg
48.33%
Selenium:32.39µg
46.28%
Vitamin B3:8.36mg
41.8%
Vitamin B6:0.8mg
40.14%
Vitamin B2:0.64mg
37.39%
Calcium:366.77mg
36.68%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.97%
Potassium:1073.06mg
30.66%
Vitamin A:1176.19IU
23.52%
Vitamin C:19.35mg
23.45%
Vitamin B5:2.3mg
22.99%
Iron:3.84mg
21.34%
Vitamin D:3.02µg
20.12%
Magnesium:79.84mg
19.96%
Vitamin K:20.49µg
19.51%
Copper:0.22mg
10.84%
Vitamin E:1.62mg
10.82%
Fiber:2.53g
10.14%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.07%
Folate:34.81µg
8.7%