Beefy Hash Brown Bliss A Hearty Meal - Taste Dessert

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Olive Oil (15 ml)
• 1 lb (450g) Ground/Minced Beef (about 80/20 blend)
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced (approx. 150g)
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced (approx. 6g)
• 1 medium Carrot, peeled and diced (approx. 80g)
• 1 stalk Celery, diced (approx. 50g)
• 1 tbsp Tomato Paste (15 ml)
• 1 tsp Dried Thyme (5 ml)
• ½ tsp Smoked Paprika (2.5 ml)
• Salt and Black Pepper to taste
• ½ cup Beef Broth (120ml) (or water)
• 2 lbs (900g) Russet Potatoes, peeled and shredded (about 4 large)
• 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (24g)
• 1 Large Egg, lightly beaten
• 4 tbsp Vegetable Oil (60 ml), divided (for frying)
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish