Description
A warm, comforting dish combining savory ground beef and vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 tbsp butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water for about 15–20 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with butter and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the meat and vegetables: In a skillet, heat to medium-high, cook the beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat, add the carrots and cook for 5 minutes.
- Thicken the mixture: Stir in flour, then gradually add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Simmer until thickened, then fold in frozen peas.
- Assemble the pie: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, swirling for texture.
- Bake the pie: Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pairs wonderfully with a green salad or crusty bread, and can be served with red wine or homemade lemonade.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, Comfort Food, Family Dinner