Hearty Shepherd s Pie Delight

October 20, 2024 by Cook Best Recipes , Updated October 20, 2024

Indulge in this classic Shepherd s Pie, featuring a savory ground beef mixture topped with creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes. A comforting dish perfect for family dinners!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ white onion, chopped
• 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup beef broth
• ½ cup frozen carrots
• ½ cup frozen peas
• ½ cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• ½ stick butter
• ⅓ cup half and half or ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, divided

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart to avoid clumps.
3. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, tomato paste, dried parsley, thyme, rosemary, and flour.
4. Pour in the beef broth, add the frozen vegetables, and simmer until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. While the meat mixture simmers, prepare the mashed potato topping. Boil the potatoes for about 15 minutes or until soft. Drain and mash.
6. Add butter, half and half (or cream), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese to the mashed potatoes. Mix until smooth.
7. In a 9x9 inch baking dish (or 7x11), layer the meat mixture at the bottom. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.

Notes

• Ensure to break the meat apart while browning to avoid large clumps.
• Let the pie cool for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the gravy to settle.
• Stir well after adding flour and broth to prevent lumps in the gravy.
• Add salt and pepper after simmering to adjust seasoning based on gravy reduction.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 400
Total Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 97mg
Sodium: 751mg
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g