Description
A comforting and hearty Shepherd’s Pie featuring layers of savory meat, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 tbsp butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Mash with butter and heavy cream, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Cook the meat and vegetables: In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until browned. Add diced carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Thicken the mixture: Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder, stirring until thick. Fold in peas.
- Assemble the pie: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer beef filling to a baking dish and spread mashed potatoes on top.
- Bake the pie: Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and golden. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve hot, topped with fresh herbs. Pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg