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Easy Shepherd's Pie Recipe: Classic Comfort Food

Classic Comfort Shepherd's Pie

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground lamb Or ground beef for Cottage Pie
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes prepared
  • 2 tbsp butter for topping
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  • Add the frozen peas and stir to combine. Remove the skillet from heat.
  • Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  • Top with the prepared mashed potatoes, spreading them to cover the meat completely. Use a fork to create texture on top.
  • Dot the top with butter and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.