Best 11 Daves Shepherds Pie Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. There are many different ways to make shepherd's pie, but Dave's shepherd's pie is a particularly delicious and easy-to-make version. This recipe uses ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SHEPHERD'S PIE DADDY'S WAY



Shepherd's Pie Daddy's Way image

This is a no nonsense approach to Shepherd's pie with just the basics. Ground beef in a mushroom gravy, topped with cheese and mashed potatoes.

Provided by MAMA29

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 pound ground beef
6 slices American cheese
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed golden mushroom soup
3 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place the potatoes into a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and mash.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Drain off the grease, then stir in the golden mushroom soup. Transfer to an 8 inch square baking dish, and place the slices of cheese over the meat. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Dot with butter.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 1276.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CLASSIC SHEPHERD'S PIE



Classic Shepherd's Pie image

A savory base of ground beef and vegetables in tangy tomato gravy and topped with a layer of buttery mashed potatoes. It's the perfect comfort food for your hungry family.

Provided by Heinz

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Heinzitup.com

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup Heinz Tomato Ketchup
¾ cup Heinz® Tomato Juice
2 tablespoons Heinz Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (such as peas and carrots)
3 cups cooked, warm, mashed potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
⅔ cup warm milk

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and half of the salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 5 to 7 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350 F (180 C).
  • Crumble meat into pan and cook until brown all over. Sprinkle with flour. Stir in ketchup, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in mixed vegetables. Transfer to a 9-inch (23-cm) baking dish.
  • Whip the potatoes with the warm milk, remaining salt and pepper, butter and garlic until very fluffy. Spread potatoes evenly over meat mixture. Bake for 35 minutes or until potatoes are golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1602.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BEST CLASSIC SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE



Best Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe image

The Best Classic Shepherd's Pie - AKA Shepards Pie or Cottage Pie. Ground Beef (or lamb) with vegetables in a rich gravy, topped with cheesy mashed potatoes and baked.

Provided by Amanda Finks

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Main Course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 lb. 90% lean ground beef (-or ground lamb)
2 teaspoons dried parsley leaves
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves (-minced)
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 cup frozen mixed peas & carrots*
1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 - 2 lb. russet potatoes (-about 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (-1 stick)
1/3 cup half & half
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Add the oil to a large skillet and place it over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the onions. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the ground beef (or ground lamb) to the skillet and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and and pepper. Stir well. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the meat is browned, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the flour and tomato paste. Stir until well incorporated and no clumps of tomato paste remain.
  • Add the broth, frozen peas and carrots, and frozen corn. Bring the liquid to a boil then reduce to simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Set the meat mixture aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the potatoes in a large pot. Cover the potatoes with water. Bring the water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are fork tender, 10-15 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander. Return the potatoes to the hot pot. Let the potatoes rest in the hot pot for 1 minute to evaporate any remaining liquid.
  • Add butter, half & half, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes and stir until all the ingredients are mixed together.
  • Add the parmesan cheese to the potatoes. Stir until well combined.
  • Pour the meat mixture into a 9x9 (or 7x11) inch baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the meat. Carefully spread into an even layer.
  • If the baking dish looks very full, place it on a rimmed baking sheet so that the filling doesn't bubble over into your oven. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes.** Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6th of the recipe, Calories 400 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 751 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

THE BEST SHEPHERD'S PIE



The Best Shepherd's Pie image

We stuck with tradition and made our shepherd's pie with lamb, but you could easily swap in ground beef. The saucy filling is packed with tender vegetables and the creamy topping is inspired by the Irish potato dish, colcannon, and is filled with cabbage, leeks and cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 4 medium potatoes)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 ounces or 2 cups)
1 leek, white and light-green parts only, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded sharp white Cheddar (about 3 ounces)
3 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 stalk celery, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 pounds ground lamb
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the topping: Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Season with 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and reserve the saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, onion, celery, garlic, thyme and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and cook until it turns brick red, about 8 minutes. Add the lamb, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the peas. Stir in the flour until incorporated, about 1 minute. Add the broth and Worcestershire and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • To finish the topping, melt the butter in the large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cabbage and leeks and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the heavy cream, 1 tablespoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper, and cook until warm, about 1 minute. Return the potatoes to the pan with the cabbage and add the cheese. Mash with a potato masher or wooden spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in the egg yolks.
  • Transfer the filling to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the topping, swirling to create texture. Make sure that the sides are sufficiently covered so the filling doesn't leak through. Bake until the filling is bubbly and the top is lightly golden, about 35 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

SHEPHERD'S PIE



Shepherd's Pie image

When you're in the mood for a meaty, savory comfort-food classic, serve Alton Brown's Shepherd's Pie from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 ounces unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 carrots, peeled and diced small
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup fresh or frozen English peas

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch dice. Place in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Set over high heat, cover and bring to a boil. Once boiling, uncover, decrease the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until tender and easily crushed with tongs, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Place the half-and-half and butter into a microwave-safe container and heat in the microwave until warmed through, about 35 seconds. Drain the potatoes in a colander and then return to the saucepan. Mash the potatoes and then add the half and half, butter, salt and pepper and continue to mash until smooth. Stir in the yolk until well combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the filling. Place the canola oil into a 12-inch saute pan and set over medium high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the onion and carrots and saute just until they begin to take on color, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and stir to combine. Add the lamb, salt and pepper and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 3 minutes. Sprinkle the meat with the flour and toss to coat, continuing to cook for another minute. Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, Worcestershire, rosemary, thyme, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer slowly 10 to 12 minutes or until the sauce is thickened slightly.
  • Add the corn and peas to the lamb mixture and spread evenly into an 11 by 7-inch glass baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, starting around the edges to create a seal to prevent the mixture from bubbling up and smooth with a rubber spatula. Place on a parchment lined half sheet pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 25 minutes or just until the potatoes begin to brown. Remove to a cooling rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

THANKFUL SHEPHERD'S PIE



Thankful Shepherd's Pie image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield One 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 17

One 9-inch refrigerated pie crust
1 tablespoon butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup gravy, plus 1/4 cup warmed for drizzling
1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
3 cups diced turkey
1 cup glazed carrots, chopped
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
2 cups mashed potatoes
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Place a rack on the top of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Press the dough into a pie plate, prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and flute the edges. Bake the crust until golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onions, stirring occasionally until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in 1 cup of the gravy and the milk, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the turkey, carrots, corn, peas, parsley, thyme, oregano, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, making sure all of the ingredients are evenly coated with the gravy. Simmer until the mixture is warmed through, about 5 minutes. Pour the mixture into the pie shell. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the mixture, making sure the potato layer meets the edges of the crust. Cover the potatoes with the cheese. Bake the pie until the top is golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • To serve, cut into slices and drizzle with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calorie, Fat 27 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Cholesterol 111 milligrams, Sodium 878 milligrams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 14 grams

SHEPHERD'S PIE



Shepherd's Pie image

This is just the kind of dish we crave during cooler months. When the weather calls for comfort food, it's hard to beat a substantial stew of beef sirloin and vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until everything is warm and bubbly. This shepherd's recipe has a couple of secret shortcuts that'll help you have it on the table in under an hour-perfect for a weeknight meal!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1 1/2 lb ground beef sirloin
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (from 12-oz bag)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 package (20 oz) refrigerated mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add beef; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked. Drain.
  • Add mixed vegetables, tomato paste, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are hot. In small bowl, mix broth and flour with whisk. Add broth mixture to beef mixture. Heat to boiling; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thick. Spoon beef mixture into baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over beef mixture; fluff with fork.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

GORDON RAMSAY'S SHEPHERD'S PIE



Gordon Ramsay's Shepherd's Pie image

I found this on a blog on the internet site I can do that. This is a recipe that author "Oggi" adapted from Gordon Ramsay's show "Kitchen Nightmares" where he tried to save the restaurant. This recipe ended up being the signature dish of the restaurant.

Provided by chefRD

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 lbs extra lean ground beef (or lamb)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, grated
1 large carrot, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
1 cup red wine
1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup heavy cream or 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter
salt
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated-for mashed potato topping)

Steps:

  • Prepare the mashed potatoes:.
  • Place potatoes in a pot, add enough water to cover, add salt, cook for 15 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain potatoes and mash (I prefer using a ricer). Warm the cream and butter then add to the mashed potatoes. Season with salt, then beat with a wooden spoon or hand beater for 1 minute until fluffy. Do not overbeat or it might turn gummy.
  • Prepare the filling:.
  • Add 2 T grated Parmesan cheese. Cover, set aside, keep warm while preparing beef.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil, stir fry beef until no longer pink. Drain off excess grease. Add onion, garlic, and carrot and stir fry for 3 minutes.
  • Add worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme and rosemary, cook for 1 minute. Add wine and simmer until wine has almost evaporated. Add the broth and simmer for 5 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Transfer beef to a deep dish.
  • Spoon mashed potato on top of beef. Sprinkle with 1 T grated Parmesan cheese. Fluff with a fork to create peaks.
  • Bake in a 400° F oven for 20 minutes or broil until top is brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.1, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 179.5, Sodium 2057.9, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 6.1, Protein 55.8

GORDON RAMSAY'S SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH CHEESE CHAMP TOPPING



Gordon Ramsay's Shepherd's Pie With Cheese Champ Topping image

If I had to choose my all-time favourite family recipe, it would be this.

Provided by Gordon Ramsay

Categories     Dinner     Winter     Potato     Lamb     Cheese     Onion     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the filling
Olive oil, for frying
1 kg minced lamb
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
1 onion, peeled and diced
2 leeks, trimmed, halved lengthwise and finely sliced
1-2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1-2 Tbsp. tomato purée
100 ml red wine
250 ml chicken stock
2 rosemary springs, leaves only, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the topping
750g potatoes, e.g. Maris Piper, peeled and cut into chunks
50g butter
3 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped
100g Cheddar cheese, grated
50-100ml milk (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F/ 180° C/Gas 4. Place a large, wide frying pan or hob-proof casserole dish over a medium-high heat. Add a dash of oil and fry the mince in batches, seasoning each lot, until well browned. Add the garlic for the last 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Put a little more oil in the same pan and cook the onion and leeks over a medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until completely softened. Add Worcestershire sauce to taste, then stir in the tomato purée.
  • Return the mince to the pan and stir well. Pour in the wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Bubble for a couple of minutes to burn off the alcohol, then add the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer, then add the rosemary and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Cook gently for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has reduced slightly and the flavours are well-combined. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the topping. Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and mash until smooth. Mix in the butter and seasoning, then add the spring onions and three-quarters of the cheese and mix again. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. If the mash is too dry add a splash of milk to loosen.
  • Put the lamb mixture into a 28 x 22cm baking dish and top with the mashed potato. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and little salt and pepper. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potato is golden brown and the meat is bubbling underneath, and serve.

CHEF JOHN'S SHEPHERD'S PIE



Chef John's Shepherd's Pie image

Shepherd's Pie recipes are traditionally done with lamb, but are great with any ground meat--turkey and beef being the most popular modern versions. Give this great casserole a try, and watch everyone flock to the table.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 cloves garlic, halved
1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons flour
¾ cup beef broth
3 tablespoons ketchup
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
¾ cup light sour cream
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place cubed potatoes and garlic in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Brown ground beef over medium heat in a skillet. Stir in flour, mixing with beef drippings.
  • Add beef broth, ketchup and vegetables. Stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, until thick.
  • Transfer beef mixture into an oven-proof casserole dish.
  • Drain potatoes and smash them a little bit before adding 1/4 cup of grated cheese and sour cream. Mash together until smooth.
  • Spoon potatoes onto the middle of the meat mixture. With a fork, spread potatoes from the center to the edges to form the top layer.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of grated cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden. Let cool 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 546.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Shepherd's Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, ground lamb, salt, pepper, large onion, large carrots, garlic, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, tomato paste, worcestershire sauce, red wine, chicken stock, yukon gold potato, unsalted butter, large egg yolks, sour cream, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 lb ground lamb
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 large onion, chopped
3 large carrots
6 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 cup red wine
1 cup chicken stock
3 lb yukon gold potato, cubed
¼ cup unsalted butter, 1/2 stick
4 large egg yolks
1 cup sour cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220˚C).
  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground lamb, season with salt and pepper, and fry for 5 minutes, until cooked through.
  • Add the onion, carrots, garlic, thyme, and rosemary, stir, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the veggies are softened and the meat is well-browned.
  • Add the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce and stir to incorporate. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the liquid evaporates and the meat is aromatic.
  • Pour in the red wine and reduce until almost completely evaporated.
  • Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil, and cook the meat until the stock has evaporated, 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender. Drain, then return to the hot pan over low heat to dry out a bit.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mash until smooth.
  • Add salt, the butter, egg yolks, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese. Fold until well combined.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a piping bag or zip-top bag fitted with a star tip.
  • Spoon the lamb mixture into a large baking dish. Pipe the golden mashed potatoes over the lamb.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, flavorful ingredients to elevate the taste of your shepherd's pie. Look for tender lamb or beef mince, succulent vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes.
  • Brown the Mince Thoroughly: Browning the mince adds depth of flavor and prevents it from becoming bland. Cook it over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it's browned and slightly caramelized.
  • Simmer the Sauce: Don't rush the sauce; let it simmer gently for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop. This extra step makes a big difference in the final taste.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: Don't limit yourself to just one or two vegetables. Incorporate a mix of colorful and nutritious veggies like carrots, peas, corn, and mushrooms for a more flavorful and visually appealing filling.
  • Mash the Potatoes until Creamy: For a smooth and velvety mashed potato topping, use a potato ricer or masher to eliminate any lumps. Add butter, milk, and seasonings to taste; avoid over-mixing to prevent the potatoes from becoming gluey.
  • Bake until Golden Brown: Bake the shepherd's pie until the top is golden brown and bubbly, and the filling is heated through. This usually takes around 30-40 minutes in a preheated oven.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that's easy to make and can be enjoyed by the whole family. With its hearty filling, creamy mashed potato topping, and flavorful gravy, it's a dish that's sure to warm your soul. Whether you follow a traditional recipe or experiment with different ingredients, the key to a great shepherd's pie lies in using high-quality ingredients, taking your time to brown the mince and simmer the sauce, and creating a creamy, lump-free mashed potato topping. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give shepherd's pie a try – you won't be disappointed!

Related Topics