Description
Shepherd’s Pie is the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table. This hearty dish features a savory blend of seasoned ground lamb or beef, sautéed vegetables, and rich beef broth, all topped with a creamy layer of mashed potatoes. Baked to golden perfection, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that evoke cozy family dinners and cherished memories. Perfect for gatherings or a quiet night in, this Shepherd’s Pie recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home, appealing to comfort food lovers of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (from about 2 lbs of potatoes)
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and diced carrots in oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned (approximately 8 minutes).
- Stir in beef broth and frozen peas; let simmer for 5 minutes before seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Boil peeled potatoes until tender (around 15 minutes), then mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Layer the meat mixture in a baking dish and top with mashed potatoes.
- Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg