Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this classic Shepherd’s Pie, a deliciously layered dish featuring savory ground meat, fresh vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Indulge in every hearty bite of this timeless favorite that warms the heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef (or lamb), breaking it into smaller pieces. Brown for about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in diced carrots and frozen peas; season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional few minutes until veggies soften.
- Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain, then mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish and top with mashed potatoes, creating peaks for crispiness.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg