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Homemade Shepherd’s Pie

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Homemade Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting and hearty dish featuring a savory meat and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes, then baked until golden and bubbly.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb or ground beef
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk or cream
  • Salt, to taste (for potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced carrots; cook until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the ground lamb or beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  6. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour in broth and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in peas and remove from heat.
  8. Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
  9. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the top and spread to cover the filling. Use a fork to create texture if desired.
  10. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and filling is bubbling. Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra browning if desired.
  11. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Add corn or mushrooms to the filling for more texture.Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a twist.Sprinkle cheese on top before baking for a rich finish.Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.Freezes well, baked or unbaked, for up to 2 months.

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