Shepherd's Pie

A comforting shepherd's pie with creamy mashed potatoes, tender meat, and vibrant veggies, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: main dish

Cuisine: British

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Filling

1 lb Ground Lamb Opt for high-quality for rich flavor.
1 Onion Finely chopped yellow onion.
2 Carrots Fresh, diced for natural sweetness.
2 cups Frozen Peas Add directly from frozen.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic.
1 cup Beef Broth Low-sodium to control saltiness.
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Use sparingly for umami richness.

Mashed Potatoes

2 lbs Potatoes Starchy potatoes like Russets.
2 tbsp Butter Salted butter for richness.
1/2 cup Milk Whole milk or heavy cream.
to taste Salt Season to taste.
to taste Pepper Season to taste.

Method

Prep the filling

Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large skillet, melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat and add one diced onion and two minced garlic cloves. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add one pound of ground lamb or beef and cook until browned, about 8 minutes, breaking up clumps.

Add the vegetables

Stir in two cups of mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) and cook for another 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.

Create the gravy

Pour in one cup of beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe adapts easily to whatever ingredients are available.

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