Description
Delight in the comforting layers of savory ground meat and creamy mashed potatoes in this classic Shepherd’s Pie—an ideal dish for family gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups creamy mashed potatoes (Yukon Gold recommended)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add ground meat and diced carrots; cook until browned.
- Stir in frozen peas, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer until combined.
- Boil peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender; drain and mash with butter until creamy, seasoning to taste.
- In a baking dish, layer the meat mixture evenly and top with mashed potatoes; smooth out the surface.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the pie (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or lamb for a different flavor profile. Mix in extra veggies like corn or bell peppers for added nutrition. Serve with a simple green salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.