Description
A comforting and hearty dish combining ground beef, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for families and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 2 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), peeled and cubed
- 4 tbsp butter
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring it to a boil. Let them cook for about 15 minutes or until soft. Drain and return to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes: While warm, add butter, milk, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mash until smooth, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Cook the beef mixture: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, adding chopped onion until translucent. Drain excess grease.
- Add flavor and thicken: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, then gradually pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring until smooth and thickened.
- Incorporate vegetables: Add frozen mixed vegetables and dried parsley, simmer for 5-7 minutes until combined and thickened.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Assemble the Shepherd’s Pie: Spread beef mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place in oven and bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for a few minutes before serving to set the filling.
Notes
Serve with a side salad or crispy bread. For extra coziness, add a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of gravy on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: shepherd's pie, beef, comfort food, casserole, family dinner