ChilCon Cottage (Smoky Chili Cottage Pie)

Ingredients

• 500 g Pork mince
• 500 g Beef mince
• 1 large Onion (Roughly diced)
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (Crushed and finely diced)
• 2 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Nutmeg
• 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 1 tbsp Cumin
• 3 tbsp Barbecue rub (your favorite)
• 1 tsp White pepper
• 2.5 tbsp Chicken stock powder
• 1 15 oz can Black beans (Undrained)
• 1 15 oz can Chopped tomatoes
• 2 cans Water (Use empty tomato can to measure)
• 3 leaves Fresh bay leaves (Crushed slightly)
• 6 leaves Fresh sage
• 1 small handful Fresh parsley
• 1 sprig Fresh rosemary
• 1 whole Red Thai chili
• 1 large Red bell pepper (Chopped)
• 4 cups Sweet potato mash (Prepared, for topping)

Instructions

1. Combine Pork and Beef Mince

   In a large bowl, combine 500g pork mince and 500g beef mince. Mix thoroughly with clean hands until well blended.

   Time: PT5M

2. Chop Onion and Garlic

   Roughly dice 1 large onion. Crush and finely dice 4 garlic cloves.

   Time: PT5M

3. Cook Onion and Garlic

   Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of oil, then add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, until translucent and fragrant.

   Time: PT5M

4. Cook Minced Meat

   Add the combined pork and beef mince to the skillet. Cook, stirring and breaking up lumps, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through. Do not brown or crisp the meat.

   Time: PT10M

5. Transfer to Slow Cooker

   Transfer the cooked meat, onion, and garlic mixture to a slow cooker.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add Spices and Seasonings

   Add to the slow cooker: 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tsp nutmeg, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp cumin, 3 tbsp barbecue rub, 1 tsp white pepper, and 2.5 tbsp chicken stock powder. Stir well to combine.

   Time: PT3M

7. Add Beans, Tomatoes, and Water

   Add 1 can (15 oz) black beans (with liquid), 1 can (15 oz) chopped tomatoes, and 2 cans of water (using the tomato can as measure). Stir to combine.

   Time: PT2M

8. Add Fresh Herbs and Vegetables

   Add 3 fresh bay leaves (crushed), 6 sage leaves, a small handful of parsley, 1 sprig rosemary, 1 whole red Thai chili, and 1 large chopped red bell pepper. Stir well.

   Time: PT3M

9. Slow Cook the Mixture

   Cover and cook in the slow cooker on high for 3 hours, or until the mixture is thick and flavors are developed. Stir occasionally if possible.

   Time: PT3H

10. Prepare Sweet Potato Mash

    While the filling cooks, prepare 4 cups of sweet potato mash (boil, mash, and season sweet potatoes as desired).

    Time: PT10M

11. Assemble the Pie

    Transfer the thickened meat mixture to an oven-safe baking dish or individual pans. Spread sweet potato mash evenly over the top to cover.

    Time: PT5M

12. Score the Mash

    Use a fork to gently score lines across the sweet potato mash. This helps create a crispy texture when baked.

    Time: PT2M

13. Bake or Air Fry

    Bake in a preheated air fryer or oven at 180°C for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.

    Time: PT30M

    Temperature: 180°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

540

Protein

32g

Carbohydrates

38g

Fat

28g

Fiber

8g