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Traditional Shepherd's Pie - Immerse yourself in comfort food at its best with this Traditional Shepherd's Pie. A robust blend of ground beef and hearty vegetables, bathed in a ri

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Traditional Shepherd's Pie

Immerse yourself in comfort food at its best with this Traditional Shepherd's Pie. A robust blend of ground beef and hearty vegetables, bathed in a rich Worcestershire-infused beef broth, forms the savory base. Crowned with a layer of creamy, buttery mashed potatoes crisped to perfection, this dish is a symphony of textures and flavors. Originating from the UK, Shepherd's Pie was a way for shepherds to use up leftover meat and veggies, creating a warm, filling dish that's become a beloved staple worldwide.

Ingredients

Salt and pepper
to taste
Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons
Beef broth
1 cup
Peas
1 cup, frozen
Carrots
2, diced
Onion
1, finely chopped
Ground beef
1 pound
Milk
1/2 cup
Butter
4 tablespoons
Potatoes
5, large, peeled and diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, which should take around 15 minutes. Once done, drain and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Once thoroughly cooked, remove the beef and set it aside, keeping the fat in the pan.
  4. In the same pan with the beef fat, sauté the chopped onion and diced carrots until they begin to soften. Add the peas and continue to cook until all the vegetables are tender.
  5. Return the cooked ground beef to the pan with the vegetables. Stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, season with salt and pepper, and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, butter, and milk, mashing until you've achieved a smooth and creamy consistency. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat and vegetable mixture in the baking dish, ensuring the layer completely covers the filling.
  9. Bake the Shepherd's Pie in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. This lets the flavors meld together, enhancing the taste.

Tips

  • 💡 For a more rustic touch, leave the skin on the potatoes when mashing.
  • 💡 Substitute ground beef with lamb for an even more traditional take on Shepherd's Pie.
  • 💡 Add some grated cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes for a cheesy twist before baking.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Calories: 430 Fat: 18g Carbs: 40g Protein: 25g Sodium: 550mg Sugar: 7g

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