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Shepherd's Pie Supreme

Cultural Context

Shepherd's Pie has its roots in the British Isles, traditionally made with leftover meat and vegetables topped with mashed potatoes. It symbolizes comfort and resourcefulness, often enjoyed during family gatherings. Variations abound, with some regions using beef instead of lamb, leading to the term 'Cottage Pie.' Today, it's a beloved dish worldwide, celebrated for its hearty flavors and satisfying textures.

BritishGBmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 grams of minced beef
1 leek finely diced
A knob of butter
3 medium carrots grated
2 dessert spoons of Bisto powder
2 tbsp Worcester Sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
50 grams of tomato paste
2 heaped tsp of whole grain mustard
400 mls boiling water
5 medium potatoes
20 grams of butter (for mashing)
50 mls of almond milk or milk (for mashing)
Salt and pepper (for mashing)
1 large cup of grated cheddar cheese
Sprinkle of smoked paprika

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is more affordable.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy, while processed cheese is budget-friendly.

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

3

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

4

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5

Add ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.

6

Mix in diced carrots and peas, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

7

Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth; season with thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.

8

Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove bay leaves.

9

Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish.

10

Top with a layer of mashed potatoes, smoothing it out with a spatula.

11

Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.

12

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

13

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cottage PieShepherd's Pie

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