Absolutely! Here’s a classic Shepherd’s Pie recipe with a clear ingredient list and step-by-step instructions:
Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
(serves 4–6)
Ingredients
For the mashed potato topping:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup milk (or more for creaminess)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the filling:
- 1 pound ground lamb (or beef if you prefer “Cottage Pie”)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make mashed potatoes:
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain, mash with butter and milk, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Cook filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and carrots, cook 5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground lamb (or beef) and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in broth and simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in frozen peas at the end.
- Assemble Shepherd’s Pie:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spoon the meat and vegetable filling into a baking dish.
- Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- Optional: Use a fork to create peaks in the mashed potatoes for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Bake 20–25 minutes until the top is lightly golden and filling is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Let sit 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- Extra flavor: Mix a little shredded cheese into the mashed potatoes before baking.
- Vegetable variations: Corn, green beans, or mushrooms can be added to the filling.
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate; bake 30–35 minutes at 375°F (190°C) when ready.
If you want, I can also give a lighter, healthier version of Shepherd’s Pie with cauliflower mash that’s just as comforting but lower in carbs.
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