Shepherd's Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic Shepherd's Pie, an all-time favorite that combines a hearty ground lamb filling with a golden blanket of creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes. This traditional British recipe starts with a savory base of tender lamb cooked in rich beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a medley of onions, carrots, peas, and corn, seasoned to perfection. Topped with velvety mashed potatoes infused with butter, milk, and sharp cheddar cheese, this one-dish meal is baked until golden and bubbling, creating a warm, satisfying dinner ideal for the whole family. Ready in just over an hour, this classic comfort food serves six and is the perfect choice for a cozy weeknight meal or special occasion. Keywords: Shepherd's Pie recipe, classic comfort food, mashed potato topping, ground lamb casserole, easy dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrot, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and diced carrots, cooking until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground lamb. Cook until the meat is browned, breaking it down with a spoon as it cooks, about 8 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
Stir in the frozen peas and corn, and season with salt and black pepper. Remove from the heat.
While the meat filling is simmering, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Spread the meat filling evenly in a baking dish. Gently spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the meat layer, smoothing it with a spatula.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the potato topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges, about 25 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious homemade shepherd's pie.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.4 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.8 g | 464% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 698 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 6416 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.1 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 176.1 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1351 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 7427 mg | 158% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
