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Homemade Shepherd’s Pie with Beef, Vegetables, and Cheddar-Mashed Potato Topping Recipe

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This classic homemade Shepherd’s Pie features a savory ground beef and vegetable filling simmered in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly comforting and hearty, it's a traditional British dish that’s ideal for family dinners or any cozy meal occasion.

Ingredients

Meat & Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, finely diced
  • 2 sticks celery, finely diced

Gravy & Filling

  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground paprika
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons white flour
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ⅓ cup red wine (or more beef broth if avoiding alcohol)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • ½ teaspoon finely chopped thyme
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary

Topping

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic, onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook thoroughly, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, roughly 8-10 minutes.
  3. Season and Thicken: Stir in salt, ground paprika, and black pepper. Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and cook for another 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste, stirring constantly.
  4. Add Liquids and Herbs: Mix in the tomato paste, then pour in the red wine (or extra broth if avoiding alcohol) and beef broth. Stir well to combine everything and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add Frozen Peas and Herbs: Stir in the frozen peas, chopped parsley, thyme, and rosemary. Allow the mixture to cook for about 5-7 minutes until thickened and heated through.
  6. Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the beef and vegetable filling into a baking dish and evenly spread it out.
  7. Top with Mashed Potatoes and Cheese: Spoon the mashed potatoes over the filling and spread it smoothly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
  8. Bake: Place the assembled pie into the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  9. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the Shepherd’s Pie rest for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly for easy portioning and serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground lamb for a traditional Shepherd’s Pie instead of ground beef.
  • Use leftover mashed potatoes or prepare fresh mashed potatoes when making the recipe.
  • Red wine can be replaced with additional beef broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • For a richer flavor, add Worcestershire sauce or a splash of cream to the mashed potatoes topping.
  • Leftover pie stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheats nicely in the oven.

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