Description
Hearty Irish shepherd’s pie delights with savory ground lamb nestled beneath creamy mashed potatoes. Rich layers of comfort blend traditional Irish flavors, inviting you to savor each comforting, rustic bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium flame and sauté finely chopped onions with minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces, and cook until the meat turns completely brown and develops a rich caramelized exterior.
- Infuse the meat with depth by stirring in Worcestershire sauce and crumbled dried thyme, ensuring the seasonings coat every morsel evenly.
- Introduce diced carrots and tender green peas into the meat mixture, gently cooking until the vegetables soften slightly but retain a hint of crispness.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet, allowing the liquid to simmer and reduce for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and develops a rich, glossy consistency.
- Meanwhile, boil peeled potatoes until fork-tender, then mash thoroughly with creamy butter and smooth milk, whipping until achieving a silky, lump-free texture.
- Transfer the savory meat mixture into a ceramic baking dish, creating an even base layer that promises robust flavor.
- Carefully spread the creamy mashed potatoes over the meat, using a fork to create decorative peaks and ridges that will crisp beautifully during baking.
- Place the assembled pie in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges that signal perfect doneness.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor by using a mix of ground beef and lamb for a more traditional Irish approach.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.
- Customize the dish by adding other vegetables like diced celery or parsnips for extra nutrition and texture.
- Create a crispy potato topping by using a fork to create deep peaks and brushing with melted butter before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg