Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is the ultimate comfort food, combining a savory meat filling with a creamy mashed potato topping. This hearty dish features tender ground beef or lamb mixed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, all baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, ensuring smiles around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (made from about 2 lbs of potatoes)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and carrots in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground meat; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and peas; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil peeled potatoes until fork-tender; drain and mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- Layer the meat mixture in a baking dish; spread mashed potatoes on top, creating ridges with a fork for crispiness.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg