Shepherd's Pie Recipe
Ground beef topped with mashed potatoes.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Mashed Potatoes
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
Add 1 chopped medium onion, 2 diced medium carrots, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- 3
Add Peas and Liquids
Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas, 1 cup of beef broth, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Mashed Potatoes Preparation
- 4
- 5
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Assemble the Shepherd's Pie
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, spread the beef filling evenly. Top it with the mashed potatoes, spreading them out with a spatula.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden brown on top.
- 8
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Shepherd's Pie!