Description
Shepherd’s Pie is the cozy, hearty dish that feels like a warm hug. This version layers savory ground beef with vegetables and herbs, all blanketed in creamy mashed potatoes. It’s weeknight comfort food made from scratch—just the way it should be.
Ingredients
Mashed Potato Topping:
2 pounds potatoes
4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 to 1/2 cup milk
Salt and pepper, to taste
Meat Filling:
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups frozen peas, carrots, and corn medley
2 tbsp flour
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp rosemary
1/2 tsp thyme
1 bay leaf
Instructions
Prep the Potatoes: Peel and boil potatoes until fork-tender (about 15–20 mins). Drain, then mash with butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Cook the Meat Filling: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in flour, tomato paste, Worcestershire, broth, herbs, and frozen vegetables. Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened.
Assemble: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour meat mixture into a baking dish, remove bay leaf, then spread mashed potatoes over the top.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pure comfort!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 410
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Protein: 22g