Braised Beef and Oka Cheese Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients

• • 1 boneless beef blade roast, about 2 1/2 lb (1.2 kg)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 cup (250 ml) red wine
  • 2 cups (500 ml) chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper

• Mashed Potatoes

  • 2 lb (900 g) potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 5 cups)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup (75 ml) milk
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 7 oz (200 g) Oka cheese, sliced

• Stewed Tomatoes

  • 1 cup (250 ml) red cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) harissa
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Chopped parsley