Description
Shepherd’s Pie is the epitome of comfort food, featuring a rich filling of seasoned ground lamb or beef, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy layer of buttery mashed potatoes. This classic dish is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your pantry staples, Shepherd’s Pie is sure to become a beloved favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add ground lamb or beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in diced carrots and frozen peas; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Boil potatoes until tender (15 minutes), then mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Layer meat mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg