Easy Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
This Easy Shepherd’s Pie Recipe is a classic comfort food made with savory ground beef, mixed vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection. A perfect family dinner for any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or lamb for traditional Shepherd’s Pie)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or homemade)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onions until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, stir, and simmer until the mixture thickens. Add mixed vegetables and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer beef mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add shredded cheese on top of the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead friendly: assemble the pie, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/4 of the dish)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
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