Description
Shepherd’s Pie is a classic comfort food featuring savory ground lamb or beef mixed with vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes, and baked until golden and bubbly. This hearty casserole is perfect for cozy family dinners and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground lamb or beef
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 carrots, diced
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1 cup frozen peas
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup beef or vegetable broth
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
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1 tsp fresh rosemary (or ½ tsp dried)
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4-5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped (for mashing)
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3 tbsp butter
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½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Boil peeled potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
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In a skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned. Add onions, carrots, and garlic; cook until softened.
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Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, broth, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer until the mixture thickens. Add peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Transfer meat mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
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Use a fork to create texture on the mashed potatoes for a crispier crust.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are golden and filling is bubbly.
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Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Substitute ground beef for lamb if preferred.Add corn, mushrooms, or other veggies for variety.Top with shredded cheese for extra richness.Use mashed sweet potatoes or cauliflower for a twist.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat covered or in microwave.
