Jul 14 2026
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Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Inspired by Nathan Bill's Bar & Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Seasoned beef with carrots, peas, corn & mashed potatoes. Wrapped in a puff pastry, topped with gruyere cheese & served with Guinness gravy.

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Ingredients

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Filling

Mashed Potatoes

Puff Pastry and Topping

Guinness Gravy

Method

Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Ground Beef

    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables and Seasoning

    Stir in the diced carrots, frozen peas, and corn. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Cool the Filling

    Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly while preparing the mashed potatoes.

Mashed Potatoes Preparation

  1. 5

    Boil Potatoes

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 6

    Mash Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Assemble the Pie

  1. 7

    Prepare Puff Pastry

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Roll out the puff pastry sheets to fit a pie dish.

  2. 8

    Layer Filling and Mashed Potatoes

    Place half of the puff pastry in the bottom of the pie dish. Fill with the beef mixture, then top with the mashed potatoes, spreading it evenly.

  3. 9

    Cover and Top with Cheese

    Cover with the remaining puff pastry, sealing the edges. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese on top.

  4. 10

    Bake the Pie

    Cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Prepare the Gravy

  1. 11

    Make the Gravy

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the Guinness beer and beef broth, whisking continuously until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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