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Shepherd’s Pie

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A hearty classic comfort food featuring seasoned ground beef topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth

Mashed Potatoes

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes (from about 2 lbs potatoes)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup milk

Salt and Pepper

Instructions 

  • Boil potatoes until fork-tender, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Sauté onion and carrots, add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Add garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and beef broth; simmer until thickened. Stir in peas.
  • Spread meat mixture in baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and create ridges with a fork.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the mashed potatoes.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British
Keyword: Beef