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Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This classic Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting, hearty dish made with seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and a savory gravy, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes and golden Parmesan crust. A cozy one-pan meal perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery sticks, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Deglaze with red wine and simmer until reduced by half.
  6. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, peas, and corn. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes until thickened. Remove bay leaf.
  7. Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with heavy cream, butter, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  8. Spread beef mixture evenly into a baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes, smoothing with a spatula. Use a fork to create ridges on top.
  9. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute ground lamb for beef for a more traditional Shepherd’s Pie.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking.
  • For extra richness, sprinkle additional Parmesan on top before baking.
  • Use leftover mashed potatoes to speed up the recipe.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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