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Shepherd’s Pie

A comforting Shepherd’s Pie, filled with savory meat and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Ground Lamb or Beef
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 Carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef or Vegetable Broth
  • 2 lbs Potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup Milk
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • ½ cup Cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the potatoes by placing them in a pot of cold salted water. Boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and carrots for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  4. Add ground lamb or beef, cooking until browned, about 7 minutes.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, cooking for a couple of minutes.
  6. Mix in broth, allowing to simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Drain the potatoes, return them to the pot, add butter and milk, and mash until smooth.
  8. Assemble the pie by spreading the meat mixture in a baking dish and topping with mashed potatoes.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

For a lighter version, use ground turkey and substitute some potatoes with cauliflower.

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Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, Comfort Food, Cozy Recipe