Description
A classic Shepherd’s Pie recipe that combines savory ground lamb (or beef) with tender vegetables and topped with creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Meat Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground lamb (or ground beef)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup beef broth
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from about 2 pounds of potatoes, with butter and milk to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground lamb. Add onion, garlic, carrots, salt, and pepper. Cook until vegetables soften.
- Add seasonings: Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and beef broth. Simmer until thickened. Mix in peas and remove from heat.
- Assemble: Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes, creating a textured surface with a fork.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can make this dish ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- Substitute ground turkey or lentils for a lighter or vegetarian version.
- Add shredded cheese on top of the mashed potatoes for a cheesy crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
