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Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie

Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie

Enjoy this comforting Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie, a hearty dish that brings together savory beef and creamy mashed potatoes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and peas. Cook until veggies soften.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Pour in beef broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. In a separate pot, boil potatoes until fork-tender.
  7. Drain and mash with butter and cream until smooth.
  8. Spread beef mixture in a baking dish or skillet.
  9. Top with mashed potatoes and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes. Broil for 2–3 minutes until golden on top.
  11. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 26gFat: 28g

Notes

Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor, or toss in some mushrooms for a hearty twist.

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