Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
• Par-boil the potatoes. Cook sliced potatoes in boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Drain under cold water and cool immediately. Set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon while it cooks until browned, about 5 minutes.
• Add garlic. Stir in minced garlic. Add tomato paste and stir until completely incorporated.
• Add seasonings. Season beef with paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly. Remove from heat and set aside.
• Assemble the bake. Layer 1/3 of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top the potatoes with half of the ground beef mixture. Spread 1/3 potato slices over beef. Add the remaining beef mixture and top with the last layer of potatoes.
• Make the custard. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Then whisk in the milk, salt, and pepper. Continue to whisk until thoroughly combined. Pour the milk mixture over the potatoes.
• Bake! Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the egg custard is set and the potatoes are golden brown. Let rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.