Description
Hearty shepherd’s pie brings comfort from Ireland’s rustic kitchens with ground lamb nestled under creamy mashed potato peaks. Savory layers merge classic ingredients into a satisfying meal families will cherish together.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Main Vegetable Components:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups (300 grams) mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) mashed potatoes
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 400F (200C), preparing for a comforting culinary adventure.
- In a skillet, drizzle olive oil and gently transform chopped onions until they become translucent and tender.
- Introduce ground beef to the pan, breaking it into crumbly pieces and cooking until a rich, deep brown develops.
- Sprinkle in tomato paste, splash Worcestershire sauce, and dust with flour, stirring for 1-2 minutes to develop robust flavors.
- Stream beef broth into the skillet, creating a luxurious sauce that gradually thickens and bubbles.
- Fold in colorful mixed vegetables, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the savory profile.
- Carefully transfer the hearty meat mixture into a baking dish, creating an even base layer.
- Crown the meat with a smooth, generous blanket of creamy mashed potatoes, ensuring complete coverage.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the potato topping turns a gorgeous golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow the pie to rest for a few minutes, letting flavors meld and settle before serving.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or ground turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Create a vegetarian version by substituting meat with lentils, mushrooms, or plant-based meat alternatives for a hearty texture.
- Make ahead and freeze the assembled pie before baking, perfect for meal prep and saving time on busy weeknights.
- Add extra flavor complexity by incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary into the meat mixture for a more aromatic dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg