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shepherds pie recipe - A steaming dish of traditional shepherd's pie with a golden potato crust.

Traditional Savory Shepherd's Pie

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An authentic shepherds pie recipe featuring seasoned ground lamb, garden vegetables, and a fluffy, golden-brown mashed potato topping.

  • Total Time: PT65M
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs ground lamb
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 2: While potatoes boil, brown the ground lamb in a large skillet over medium-high heat, draining excess fat if necessary.
Step 3: Add onions and carrots to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, and tomato paste.
Step 4: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens, then stir in the peas.
Step 5: Drain the potatoes and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Spread the lamb mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing with a fork to create ridges.
Step 7: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the potato peaks are golden brown.

Notes

For an extra crispy top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.

  • Prep Time: PT20M
  • Cook Time: PT45M
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: British/Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 410 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg