Carolanne’s Shepherd’s Pie

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Carolanne's Shepherd's Pie recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes
1 ounce butter
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion , finely chopped
2 lbs ground lamb ( yes , you can use beef as a replacement )
1 carrot , finely chopped
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 cup vegetable stock
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup frozen peas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
508
Sugar
7g
Fat
24g
Shepherd's Pie is a traditional British dish that is popular all over the world. It was originally created as a way to use up leftover roasted meat and vegetables from Sunday dinner. Today, it has evolved to become a hearty comfort food that consists of ground meat, vegetables, and mashed potatoes. This recipe for Carolanne's Shepherd's Pie uses ground lamb instead of beef, which gives it a deliciously rich flavor. The mashed potatoes on top of the meat mixture act as a warm and creamy crust when baked until golden brown. This hearty meal is perfect for cold winter nights or for feeding a hungry crowd of family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Peel, quarter and boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
3.Drain and mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth.
4.Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet and cook the onion until translucent.
5.Add the ground lamb and brown until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
6.Add the carrot and cook for 2-3 minutes.
7.Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir until well mixed.
8.Add the vegetable stock and Worcestershire sauce, simmer for 5 minutes.
9.Add the frozen peas and cook for another minute.
10.Top the mixture with spoonfuls of mashed potatoes and smooth out.
11.Bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Shepherd’s Pie is a classic comfort food that is warm, filling and delicious.

It is easy to prepare, especially when using leftover mashed potatoes you already have on hand.

This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prepping for the week.

CONS

Shepherd’s Pie can be heavy on calories and fat, especially if regular ground beef is used instead of the lean ground lamb suggested in this recipe.

It is not ideal for people on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean ground lamb used in this recipe is high in protein and a good source of iron and zinc.
Potatoes provide a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber.
Carrots also offer dietary fiber and vitamin A.

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