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Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd's Pie: The Ultimate Cozy Comfort Food Recipe

This Shepherd's Pie is a cozy hug on a plate, featuring seasoned ground meat and vibrant vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground meat substitute with ground turkey or chickpeas for leaner or vegetarian option
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables carrots, peas, and corn; can replace with favorites like mushrooms or green beans
  • 1 teaspoon thyme or other herbs like rosemary or garlic powder
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes can use mashed cauliflower for a lower-carb alternative
  • 4 tablespoons butter adds richness to the mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream can replace with milk or non-dairy substitute
Optional Cheese Addition
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese for topping; melting into mashed potatoes

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • pot
  • baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground meat, breaking it apart as it browns for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in chopped vegetables and seasonings, then cook for another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender.
Mash Potatoes
  1. Peel and chop 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes. Place in a pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot, adding butter and heavy cream. Mash until smooth.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread savory filling in a large baking dish. Spoon mashed potatoes over the filling, smoothing the top and creating texture with a fork.
Bake
  1. Place pie in oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
Rest and Serve
  1. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, and entirely customizable with different vegetables or meats.

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