Shepherd’s Pie
Experience the ultimate comfort with this Shepherd’s Pie, featuring savory ground meat, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping—perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- Ground lamb or beef
- Onion
- Carrots
- Frozen peas
- Beef stock
- Mashed potatoes
- Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions and carrots until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add ground meat, browning it well; mix in Worcestershire sauce and herbs after 8 minutes.
- Pour in beef stock and frozen peas; simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Boil peeled potatoes until tender; mash with butter, cream, salt, and pepper until fluffy.
- Layer the meat mixture in the baking dish and top with mashed potatoes, smoothing it out.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey or lentils for a lighter option. For extra creaminess, blend cream cheese into the mashed potatoes. Leftover Shepherd's Pie can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for three months.
Find it online: https://cookingwithruth.com/shepherds-pie-recipe/