Healthy Shepherd’s Pie
A comforting dish combining hearty ground meat with creamy mashed potatoes, packed with nutritious ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb (or ground beef)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free milk)
- 4 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Start by boiling the potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Cook them for about 15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
- Mash the Potatoes: Add butter and milk to the drained potatoes. Mash them until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.
- Cook the Ground Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground lamb (or beef). Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Mix in Seasonings: Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine the mixture thoroughly, then simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the meat and vegetable filling into the bottom of a baking dish. Top it with the mashed potatoes, smoothing them out with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve: Let the Shepherd’s Pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. For variations, consider using lentils for a vegetarian option.