Jul 13 2026
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Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Inspired by Chi Spacca
Time3h
Serves4

braised lamb shank, sweetbreads, crispy potato

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Potatoes

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lamb

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then sear them in the pot until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened.

  3. 3

    Braise the Lamb

    Return the lamb shanks to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Add thyme, bay leaves, and enough water to cover the meat. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours until the meat is tender.

  4. 4

    Prepare Sweetbreads

    Blanch sweetbreads in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Remove the outer membrane and sauté in a pan with butter until golden.

Potato Mash

  1. 5

    Cook Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine and Bake

    In a baking dish, layer the braised lamb and vegetables, top with sautéed sweetbreads, and then spread the mashed potatoes over the top. Use a fork to create a texture on the potatoes.

  2. 7

    Bake

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.

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