Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of Homemade Shepherd’s Pie, a classic dish that combines savory ground meat, colorful vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. This classic dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering warmth and satisfaction with every bite. With simple steps and wholesome ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this flavorful recipe and experience the essence of home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add chopped onions and carrots; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in frozen peas.
- Season with Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for another 5 minutes before removing from heat.
- Boil cubed potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish and layer mashed potatoes on top. Use a fork to create peaks for texture.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish/British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg