Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade comfort food with this Quick & Easy Shepherd’s Pie. Featuring a savory blend of ground meat and vibrant vegetables, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just under an hour, you can create a comforting meal that evokes nostalgia and satisfies your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and carrots until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef or lamb; cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in frozen peas, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spoon meat mixture into the baking dish and top with mashed potatoes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute ground meat with lentils or mushrooms. Enhance flavor by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.