The EASIEST Shepherd's Pie Recipe Ever (COTTAGE PIE) - Classic Comfort Food | Danlicious Food

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

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

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, and margarine can be a cheaper alternative.

MAKING the Meat Filling: Brown the ground beef or lamb in a non-stick frying pan with oil. Add chopped onion, frozen peas & carrots, and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Pour in the beef/chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt, pepper, and spices to taste. Simmer for a few minutes.

MAKING the Mashed Potatoes Topping: Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil them until tender. Drain the potatoes and mash them with butter, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

ASSEMBLING the Shepherd's Pie: Spread the meat filling in a baking dish and top with the mashed potatoes. Use a fork to create texture on the potato topping.

BAKING the Shepherd's Pie: Bake in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown.

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