It’s lunchtime coming up and we’ve got a warm Brazilian classic for you: Cassava Casserole with Dried Beef! This mouthwatering casserole combines crispy cassava, savory salted beef, and a golden Parmesan crust. Let’s get started!
Ingredients for Cassava Casserole with Dried Beef
- 2 Pounds of peeled, boiled cassava with salt
- 1 Cup (8 fl oz) milk
- 3 Cups (24 oz) cream cheese
- 1 Cup (85g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Cup (240ml) olive oil
- 2 Pounds of salted dried beef, boiled and shredded
- 2 Onions, sliced
- ½ Cup (40g) chopped parsley
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
How to Prepare Cassava Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet
- Add salted beef and onions, sauté until slightly browned
- Stir in chopped parsley and set aside
- In a separate bowl, mash boiled cassava
- Add milk, cream cheese, and butter until smooth
- In a greased casserole dish, layer half the cassava puree
- Spread the salted beef mixture
- Top with remaining cassava puree
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly
- Let rest 10 minutes before serving
Did You Know?
This Brazilian casserole originated in the Northeast and is traditionally made with salted beef (carne seca), cassava paste, or shredded chicken. The layered casserole is often garnished with house butter and topped with coalho cheese.
While exact origins remain debated, this dish has become a beloved staple across all Brazilian regions
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