🥧 Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is a classic comfort dish made with ground meat, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping, baked until golden and slightly crispy on top. Traditionally it uses lamb, while beef versions are often called cottage pie.
🥩 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb (or beef)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 2–3 cups Mashed potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1–2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and Black pepper to taste
- Optional: beef/lamb broth or gravy
👩‍🍳 How to Make It
1. Cook the filling
- Sauté onion and carrots until soft.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Stir in peas, Worcestershire sauce, and a little broth or gravy.
2. Prepare the topping
- Make creamy mashed potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Assemble
- Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish.
- Top with mashed potatoes and smooth or create ridges with a fork.
4. Bake
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–30 minutes until golden on top.
🔥 Tips
- Create fork ridges on the potatoes—they brown better and look great
- Add cheese on top for a richer crust
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving so it holds together
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with a fresh green salad
- Pair with steamed vegetables
- Add extra gravy for more richness
🇬🇧 Fun Fact
Shepherd’s pie comes from the United Kingdom, where it was originally a way to use leftover roasted meat topped with mashed potatoes.
If you want, I can show you a super creamy, cheesy version or a budget-friendly one-pot variation.
