Shepherd’s Pie is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by many generations. This delicious recipe combines ground beef, vegetables, and mashed potatoes in a thick and rich gravy sauce. While the traditional version calls for ground lamb, this recipe uses ground beef, which is more readily available and just as tasty. Don’t worry, you can still use ground lamb if you prefer!
Why You Should Try This Recipe
This Shepherd’s Pie recipe stays true to the original while being incredibly easy to make. The flavors are rich and satisfying, making it the perfect comfort food. Plus, by using freshly mashed potatoes and frozen vegetables, you can ensure that the dish tastes as fresh and delicious as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Ground Beef or Ground Lamb? The choice is yours! Use the one that you and your family prefer. Ground beef is more readily available, but if you have ground lamb on hand, feel free to use it.
How do I store this dish? Once the food has cooled completely, you can place it in an airtight container or cover it tightly and refrigerate it. It will stay fresh for up to 3 or 4 days.
Can I freeze this Shepherd’s Pie? Absolutely! Just make sure it has cooled completely before placing it in a freezer-safe container. It can stay in the freezer for up to 3 months, giving you a convenient and delicious meal whenever you need it.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients:
- 1 pound Ground Beef or Ground Lamb
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 cup Onion, diced
- 2 tsp Parsley, dried
- 1 tsp Thyme, dried
- 1 tsp Rosemary, dried
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 2 Garlic Cloves, freshly minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 1 cup Peas and Carrots, frozen
- ½ to 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 Russet Potatoes, large, cut into cubes
- ½ cup Butter
- ⅓ cup Half and Half
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
- ½ tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
First Step:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and diced onions. Cook until the onions are softened.
- Crumble the ground beef and add it to the skillet. Cook until the beef is no longer pink.
- Add parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well.
Second Step:
- Add Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic to the skillet. Continue to stir and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in flour and tomato paste, making sure there are no lumps.
- Add beef broth, frozen peas and carrots, and sweet corn kernels to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
Third Step:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the cubed potatoes. Boil until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, half and half, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mash and stir until the ingredients are well combined.
- Pour the meat mixture into a 9×9 casserole dish. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top and spread them into an even layer.
Optional: To prevent spills in the oven, place the casserole dish on a rimmed baking tray.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Allow it to set for 10 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Classic Shepherd’s Pie!
Nutrition Information
Yield: 6 servings | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Amount Per Serving:
- Calories: 124
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 168mg
- Sodium: 242mg
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 12g
Comments:
- Paul: Shepherd pie is made with ground lamb, Cottage pie is made with ground beef. Yum yum! 👍
- Sheila Lynchy: Here in the UK, if ground beef is used, it’s called cottage pie. But it’s looking good…
- John Stephenson: Wow, you have just discovered Shepherd’s Pie.
- Jan: Looks nice.
- Diane: Thank you.
