How To Make Shepherds Pie 50/50 Lamb & Ground Chuck| Easy Step by Step

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat and calories, while ground beef is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes can save money.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while water is the most economical option.

Start with a 50/50 mix of ground lamb and ground chuck, weighing out 3 pounds of each.

Chop a large yellow onion and set aside.

Measure out 12 ounces of carrots, adjusting if necessary.

Prepare 2 heaping tablespoons of garlic, 1 leveled teaspoon of dry rosemary, and 1 heaping teaspoon of thyme.

Add 2 tablespoons each of black pepper and sea salt to taste.

Measure out 1.5 cups of Worcestershire sauce and 0.5 cups of tomato puree.

Pour in 3 cups of red wine, using a budget-friendly option.

Add 2 cups of chicken stock made from Better Than Bouillon.

Heat a considerable amount of olive oil in a large pot until it starts to smoke.

Add the ground meats to the pot and break them up while cooking on high heat.

When the meat is about halfway browned, add the salt and pepper.

Once the meat is browned, add the chopped onions and cook for 3-5 minutes.

After the onions have softened, add the carrots and continue cooking until they are soft.

Add the garlic last to prevent it from losing flavor during cooking.

Stir everything together and let it cook down, allowing the juices to evaporate. If necessary, cook for an additional 10-12 minutes.

Once the mixture is well combined and cooked down, add the Worcestershire sauce, tomato puree, red wine, and chicken stock.

Let the mixture simmer until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.

While the meat mixture simmers, prepare the mashed potatoes separately.

Once the meat mixture is ready, spread it evenly in a baking dish.

Top the meat with the prepared mashed potatoes, creating texture with a fork.

Bake in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Let it cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens