POTATO CAULIFLOWER PIE

Potato Cauliflower Pie image

Provided by Pat Duran

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

CRUST:
2 c packed grated raw potatoes
1/2 tsp salt
1 large egg,beaten
1/4 c grated onion
FILLING:
1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese, packed
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 c chopped onion
3 Tbsp butter
1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves, crushed
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/4 c milk or cream
pepper to taste
paprika, for garnish

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400^. Spray 9-inch pan with non stick oil;set aside. --- Crust: Set grated potatoes in a colander over a bowl. Salt the potatoes and leave for 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess water. Place potatoes in large bowl, beat in egg, salt and onion until blended.
2. Pat into prepared pan, on bottom and up the sides with your floured fingers. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until browned. After 30 minutes, spray with some oil to help it get really crisp.
3. In a large skillet,sauté onion and garlic in butter until soft, without browning, about 5 minutes, add herbs and cauliflower and cook covered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4. Filling: Spread 1/2 the cheeses in baked crust. Top with sautéed vegetables, then remaining cheese. beat egg and milk together, pour over cheese. Dust with paprika.
5. Lower oven temperature to 375^ and bake 35-40 minute, until custard is set and pie is nice and brown.(test with table knife inserted near the center). Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before cutting into slices . Serve with a tossed salad as a side, if desired.