Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie
The Ultimate Comfort Food: Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie Looking for a meal that will wrap you in a warm, comforting embrace? Look no further, because I have the ultimate recipe for you: Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie (which is traditionally known as “Cottage Pie” I call it Shepard’s Pie because that is what I grew up…
Ingredients
- For the Meat Filling:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup of beef broth
- 1 cup of chopped yellow onion
- ¾ cup frozen mixed peas & carrots
- ¼ cup frozen corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons of dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Potato Topping:
- 1 ½ lb of russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 tablespoons butter, 1 stick
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Filling:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Sauté chopped onions for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Incorporate dried parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until meat browns.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Incorporate all-purpose flour and tomato paste, ensuring no clumps remain.
- Pour in beef broth, frozen peas, carrots, and corn. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside and preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Prepare the Potato Topping:
- Boil peeled and cubed potatoes until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain, return to pot, and let rest for 1 minute to evaporate excess liquid.
- Add butter, half & half, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mash and stir until combined. Add parmesan cheese and mix.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread prepared meat mixture in a 9x9 (or 7x11) inch baking dish. Layer mashed potatoes evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees until heated through and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving. Indulge in this comforting and delightful casserole!
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