Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsConor O'Neill's Irish PubShepherd's Pie Recipe

Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

Ground beef and lamb in a savory ale gravy with carrots, onions and peas, topped with creamy mashed potatoes, sprinkled with cheese then baked.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the filling

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and diced carrots, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the meat

    Add the ground beef and lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. 3

    Add flavor

    Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and ale. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  4. 4

    Add peas

    Fold in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

  5. 5

    Assemble the pie

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with prepared mashed potatoes, spreading it out evenly.

  6. 6

    Add cheese

    Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes.

  7. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbling.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious meal!

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