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Classic Shepherd’s Pie

Classic Shepherd’s Pie That Warms Your Heart on Chilly Nights

Classic Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting dish made with savory meat and veggies, topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey or vegetarian lentils/mushrooms
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Broth low-sodium or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
Topping
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese optional, for topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter for sautéing

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • pot
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef or turkey. Cook until browned, around 5-7 minutes, breaking it up while cooking. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Add dried thyme and rosemary. Pour in beef broth and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  4. Add frozen peas, season with salt and pepper, and allow to cool slightly before transferring to a baking dish.
  5. Boil chopped potatoes in salted water until tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain and mix with butter and milk until creamy.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spoon filling into a baking dish, dollop creamy mashed potatoes on top, and create peaks with a fork. Optionally sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and filling is bubbling. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Classic Shepherd’s Pie is a heartwarming experience that can be customized with seasonal veggies or leftovers.

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