Print

Shepherd’s Pie

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A hearty and classic comfort food, this shepherd’s pie features savory ground meat, tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling:

2 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 medium carrots, diced

1 lb ground lamb (or ground beef for Cottage Pie variation)

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup frozen peas

1 cup beef broth

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)

1 tsp fresh rosemary (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Mashed Potato Topping:

2 lbs Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 tbsp butter

1/2 cup milk or heavy cream

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Make the Mashed Potatoes:

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes).

Drain, then mash with butter, milk, cheese (if using), salt, and pepper until creamy. Set aside.

Prepare the Meat Filling:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add onion, garlic, and carrots; cook until softened.

Add ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Add beef broth and simmer until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.

Stir in peas and remove from heat.

Assemble the Shepherd’s Pie:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish.

Spoon mashed potatoes over the top and smooth with a spatula. Use a fork to create ridges for browning.

Bake:

Bake for 20–25 minutes, until potatoes are golden and slightly crispy on top.

Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Traditionally, Shepherd’s Pie uses lamb, while beef makes it “Cottage Pie.”

Add corn or green beans for extra vegetables.

For extra richness, add a splash of red wine when simmering the meat.

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/shepherds-pie/