Shepherd's Pie
Shepherd's Pie is a comforting and hearty dish made with ground beef or lamb, flavorful vegetables, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes and cheese.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 pieces carrots, diced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, corn, etc.) Use whatever is on sale.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth Make sure it’s not expired!
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Correct pronunciation: 'Wor-chester-shire'.
Topping
- 4 cups mashed potatoes Homemade preferred.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or your favorite kind.
Seasoning and Cooking
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat a glug of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and carrots until they’re just softened.
Cooking
- Add in the ground beef or lamb and cook until it’s browned.
- Stir in the mixed veggies, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Top with mashed potatoes and sprinkle cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and frozen. Ensure veggies are fresh for best results.