Traditional English Cottage Pie With Cheese and Leek Topping

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Traditional English Cottage Pie With Cheese and Leek Topping
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

600 g lean ground beef or 600 g cooked beef , shredded
2 onions , peeled and diced
1 large carrots , peeled and finely diced or 1 large cooked carrot , diced
1 ounce butter or 1 ounce dripping
cooked peas ( optional )
1 teaspoon dried herbs or 1 -2 tablespoon fresh mixed herbs , chopped
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
250 ml beef stock ( OR 250 ml red wine mixed with 2 teaspoons sugar ) ( optional )
salt
pepper
1 kg potato , peeled and cut into small even sized pieces
2 large leeks , cleaned and finely shredded or 2 large cooked leeks , sliced into rings
2 ounces butter
2 -4 tablespoons milk
4 ounces mature farmhouse cheddar cheese , grated
salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
420
Sugar
5g
Fat
26g
Cottage pie is a classic English dish that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally made with leftover roasted meat and served as a budget-friendly family meal. Today, it is a staple comfort food that is loved by many. This version of cottage pie features a cheesy leek and mashed potato topping, which adds an extra layer of flavor and texture to the dish. It's perfect for a cold winter evening or a family gathering.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C/ 350F.
2.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up any clumps.
3.Add onions and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are soft. Add herbs and flour. Cook for another minute.
4.Stir in tomato puree, Worcestershire sauce, beef stock/red wine mixture, and season with salt and pepper.
5.Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes.
6.While the beef mixture is simmering, make the mashed potatoes. Boil potatoes until fork-tender. Drain water and mash the potatoes with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
7.Once the beef mixture is done, transfer it to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over the top. Top with leeks and grated cheddar cheese.
8.Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

PROS

This traditional English dish is hearty, comforting, and easy to make.
The combination of beef, vegetables, mashed potatoes, and cheese is a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.
It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals from beef, vegetables, and potatoes. However, it is high in saturated fat and sodium from cheese and beef stock. To make it healthier, you can use lean beef, low-sodium beef stock, and reduce the cheese amount.

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