Fusion Food Recipe | 15 Nov 2022 | Recipes: Scalloped Potatoes and Churros | Chef Mahnoor Malik | Masala Tv

Method
Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
Using a knife or mandolin cut the potatoes into slices ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick.
On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese and spread until it is evenly covering the parchment paper.
Place the potatoes over the mozzarella so each potato is overlapping the previous potato both vertically and horizontally. Continue until the entire pan is filled with potatoes.
Sprinkle to rest of the mozzarella evenly over the potatoes. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Bake for 30 minutes, until golden and the potatoes are flexible and slightly crispy.
In a skillet heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onions, and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Add the beef break up and mix with the onion until cooked. Mix in the tomatoes, 3 tablespoons of parsley, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and pepper. Stir, cooking until the beef is browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
In a skillet heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the spinach, cook until wilted. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the garlic. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.
In a bowl combine the spinach mixture and the ricotta. Set aside.
Evenly spread the spinach mixture over the cooked potato sheet.
Evenly spread the beef mixture over the spinach. Sprinkle mozzarella over the beef.
Take one end of the potato sheet holding the parchment paper begin rolling upward, making sure the ingredients are not coming out the ends.
Once the it is completely rolled place the potato roll on the parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes.
Sprinkle with parsley for garnish. Slice and serve immediately.
Enjoy!

Method
1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt and butter. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Stir in flour until mixture forms a ball, about 1 minute. Allow to cool slightly.
2. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until incorporated after each addition; spoon mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a large open-star tip.
3. Heat oil for frying. Pipe strips of dough into hot oil using a pastry bag. Fry until golden; drain on paper towels.
4. Combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Roll the churros in the mixture.
5. Chocolate sauce: heat heavy cream. Pour the cream over the chocolate. Let sit 1 minute. Stir well until smooth.