Description
Comforting Shepherd’s Pie with a savory meat filling and creamy mashed potatoes makes for a meal that’s both hearty and satisfying. Ideal for any night of the week, this classic dish is sure to delight your taste buds with its perfectly seasoned layers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and carrots, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground beef or lamb, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with the frozen peas, then layer the prepared mashed potatoes over the top, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Using a fork, create a pattern on the mashed potatoes for a crispy texture. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor.
- Substitute sweet potatoes for a twist on the classic mashed topping.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the pie
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Shepherd’s Pie, Comfort Food, Easy, Main Dish