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Shepherd’s Pie

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A comforting and hearty classic, this Shepherd’s Pie (also known as Cottage Pie) features ground beef or lamb with vegetables in a savory gravy, topped with creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes and baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 cup chopped yellow onion

1 lb ground beef or ground lamb

2 tsp dried parsley leaves

1 tsp dried rosemary leaves

1 tsp dried thyme leaves

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup beef broth

1 cup frozen mixed peas & carrots

1/2 cup frozen corn kernels

1.52 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

8 tbsp unsalted butter

1/3 cup half & half

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef or lamb, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until browned.
  4. Add Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in flour and tomato paste until no clumps remain.
  6. Add broth, peas & carrots, and corn. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  7. Boil potatoes until fork tender (10–15 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
  8. Let potatoes sit 1 minute, then mash with butter, half & half, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  9. Stir in parmesan cheese.
  10. Spread meat mixture in a 9×9 or 7×11-inch baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes.
  11. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use lamb for a traditional Irish version, beef for convenience.
  • Make components ahead to save time during busy evenings.
  • Place baking dish on a sheet pan to catch any bubbling over.
  • Top potatoes with shredded cheddar for extra richness.
  • Let sit before serving for easier slicing.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 751mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 97mg