Description
Easy Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting classic that combines savory ground meat, colorful vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes into a delicious one-dish meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table. With its rich flavors and golden crust, Easy Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty dish that warms both the heart and stomach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 large Yukon gold potatoes
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in carrots and cook until softened.
- Pour in beef broth and stir in peas; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil diced potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain. Mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish; layer mashed potatoes on top. Create swirls for extra crunch.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 pie (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg