Description

This Easy Shepherd’s Pie with Cheesy Mashed Potato Topping is a comforting meal featuring flavorful ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy, cheesy potato topping, making it an ideal choice for a quick dinner or a hearty family meal.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 lb. 90% lean ground beef -or ground lamb
2 teaspoons dried parsley leaves
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves -minced
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 cup frozen mixed peas & carrots*
1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
1 ½ – 2 lb. russet potatoes -about 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
8 tablespoons unsalted butter -1 stick
1/3 cup half & half
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add chopped onions and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Incorporate ground beef (or lamb) into the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season with parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally.
Mix in Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional minute.
Add flour and tomato paste into the mixture, stirring until well incorporated and smooth.
Pour in beef broth along with frozen peas, carrots, and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Set the meat mixture aside and preheat the oven to 400°F.

Notes

You can use ground lamb for a traditional twist.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the meat mixture according to your taste.
For extra creaminess in the potatoes, mix in a bit more half & half or butter.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg