Description

Homemade Shepherd’s Pie is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. With a golden, crispy crust layered with savory ground meat, hearty vegetables, and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes, each bite is a celebration of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef or lamb
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 lbs starchy potatoes (like Russets), peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Peel and chop potatoes into chunks; boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground meat. Add onion and carrots; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in frozen peas, then add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for 10 minutes.
Drain and mash potatoes with butter and cream until smooth.
Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and bake at 400°F for 25 minutes until golden.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: British

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 430
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing garlic into the meat filling or incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary. For a lighter version, swap ground beef for turkey or chicken.