Description
Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty, comforting dish featuring a savory ground beef and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup peas
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
½ cup milk or cream
¼ cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Boil potatoes until tender; mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
4. Stir in carrots, peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour in beef broth and simmer until thickened.
6. Spread beef mixture in a baking dish; top with mashed potatoes.
7. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top if desired.
8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
9. Cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
Use lamb instead of beef for a traditional Shepherd’s Pie.
Add mushrooms, corn, or green beans for variety.
Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate; bake fresh when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480