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Classic Shepherd’s Pie

A delicious slice of Shepherd's pie featuring a rich meat and vegetable filling topped with golden mashed potatoes.
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A hearty and comforting one-pan casserole with a savory ground beef and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  4. Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the frozen peas. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  7. While the meat filling simmers, boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes well.
  8. Mash the potatoes with milk and butter until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cheddar cheese if using.
  9. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat filling in the skillet. Use a fork to create peaks on the potato topping for a golden-brown finish.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  11. Let the shepherd’s pie rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made ahead and frozen. Thaw completely before baking.
  • For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of red wine or a tablespoon of Guinness to the meat filling.
  • Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

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